Greenleaf, ID

Idaho · Metropolitan Area

Greenleaf is a small town in Idaho with a population of 1,152. Residents earn $64,375 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,152 Population 1,496/sq mi density
$64,375 Median Income $28,151 per capita
$339,600 Home Value $412,130 Zillow
$1,552 Median Rent 39.9% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$64,375 median income, 3.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$339,600 home value, $1,552/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,375
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $339,600
20% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.6%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,552
33% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,152
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density1,496/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 67%

Economy

A
Median Income$64,375
Per Capita$28,151
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$11,738M
Commute27 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$339,600
Rent$1,552
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$412,130
Rent Burden39.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain10.1 in/yr
Elevation2,418 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.6%
High School+79.9%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 25%
Commute27 min
Libraries7

Is Greenleaf a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Greenleaf receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Greenleaf offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Greenleaf is $64,375, 14% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Greenleaf is $339,600, 20% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,552 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

23.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Greenleaf experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Greenleaf has a population of 1,152 with a density of 1,496 people per square mile. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.8%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

1,152
Total Population
1,496
People / sq mi
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56%
Female 44%

Race & Ethnicity

Greenleaf vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.1%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.9%
34% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Greenleaf vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Greenleaf is $64,375, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Greenleaf vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,375
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,151
Avg Weekly Wage$998
IRS Avg AGI$68,149

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,946
County GDP$11,738M

Business (County)

Restaurants369
Healthcare510
Retail576
Manufacturing259

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,406
3% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.4 min
Work from Home8.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Greenleaf is $339,600, 20% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,552 (33% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $412,130.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$339,600
20% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$412,130

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,552
33% above US avg
Rent Burden39.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,406
3% below US avg
Effective Rate1.00%
In Greenleaf, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.1% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.3%
Checkup Rate71.5%
Premature Death7,366/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access76.1%
Healthcare Facilities510

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Safety Score

Greenleaf has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.1 inches
74% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,418 ft (737 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density1,496/sq mi
Coordinates43.6726°N, 116.8214°W
County FIPS16027
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 23.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72%
D 25.4%

Winner: Republican by 46.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.6%
30% below US avg
High School+79.9%
School Test Score5.43
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,496/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities510
Restaurants369
Retail Stores576

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.4 min
Work from Home8.2%

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