Georgetown, ID

Idaho

Georgetown is a small town in Idaho with a population of 735. Residents earn $68,438 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
735 Population 1,081/sq mi density
$68,438 Median Income $34,066 per capita
$180,800 Home Value $259,914 Zillow
$1,025 Median Rent 14.2% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$68,438 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$180,800 home value, $1,025/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,438
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $180,800
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.3%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,025
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.1%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population735
Median Age31.5 yrs
Density1,081/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans2.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,438
Per Capita$34,066
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$296M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$180,800
Rent$1,025
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$259,914
Rent Burden14.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain17.9 in/yr
Elevation6,039 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.3%
High School+94.2%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 10%
Commute31 min
Broadband83.0%
Libraries2

Is Georgetown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Georgetown receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Georgetown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Georgetown is $68,438, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Georgetown is $180,800, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,025 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Georgetown has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.9 inches, including 90.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Georgetown has a population of 735 with a density of 1,081 people per square mile. The median age is 31.5 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.8%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 2.4% Black.

Population

735
Total Population
1,081
People / sq mi
31.5yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%
Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Georgetown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Georgetown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Georgetown is $68,438, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Georgetown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,438
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,066
Avg Weekly Wage$774
IRS Avg AGI$64,673

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)282
County GDP$296M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare13
Retail29
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,613
25% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.2 min
Drive Alone80.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Georgetown is $180,800, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,025 (12% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $259,914.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,800
36% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$259,914

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,025
12% below US avg
Rent Burden14.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,613
25% below US avg
Effective Rate1.45%
In Georgetown, 30.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.1%
6% below US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.0%
Checkup Rate71.1%
Premature Death7,192/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access56.3%
Healthcare Facilities13

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Georgetown has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.1°F
24% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.9 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall90.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,039 ft (1,841 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density1,081/sq mi
Coordinates42.4791°N, 111.3635°W
County FIPS16007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 77.1-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.5%
D 10.4%

Winner: Republican by 77.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.3%
40% below US avg
High School+94.2%
School Test Score5.43
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,081/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants18
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.2 min
Drive Alone80.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

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