Genesee, ID

Idaho · Metropolitan Area

Genesee is a small town in Idaho with a population of 1,312. Residents earn $78,125 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
1,312 Population 2,151/sq mi density
$78,125 Median Income $36,675 per capita
$298,800 Home Value $447,895 Zillow
$1,142 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$78,125 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$298,800 home value, $1,142/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,125
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $298,800
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.6%
3% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,142
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

How Genesee Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,312
Median Age33.2 yrs
Density2,151/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A
Median Income$78,125
Per Capita$36,675
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$3,075M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$298,800
Rent$1,142
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$447,895

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain27.8 in/yr
Elevation2,728 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.6%
High School+96.3%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 29%
Commute24 min
Libraries4

Is Genesee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Genesee receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Genesee stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Genesee is $78,125, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Genesee is $298,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,142 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Genesee experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.8 inches, including 50.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Genesee has a population of 1,312 with a density of 2,151 people per square mile. The median age is 33.2 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.4%), with 3.3% Hispanic.

Population

1,312
Total Population
2,151
People / sq mi
33.2yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Genesee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Genesee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Genesee is $78,125, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Genesee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,125
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,675
Avg Weekly Wage$1,050
IRS Avg AGI$69,329

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,530
County GDP$3,075M

Business (County)

Restaurants103
Healthcare159
Retail177
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,559
30% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Genesee is $298,800, 6% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,142 (2% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $447,895.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$298,800
6% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$447,895

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,142
2% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$898
1 Bedroom$950
2 Bedrooms$1,173
3 Bedrooms$1,619
4 Bedrooms$1,949

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,559
30% above US avg
Effective Rate1.53%
In Genesee, 30.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 17.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Genesee vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity17.9%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Checkup Rate72.4%
Premature Death10,019/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access72.4%
Healthcare Facilities159

Crime Rates: Genesee vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Genesee has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average46.4°F
14% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.8 inches
27% below US avg
Snowfall50.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,728 ft (831 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density2,151/sq mi
Coordinates46.5516°N, 116.9284°W
County FIPS16069
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 34.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.1%
D 29.5%

Winner: Republican by 38.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.6%
3% above US avg
High School+96.3%
School Test Score5.43
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,151/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities159
Restaurants103
Retail Stores177

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Work from Home4.9%

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