Homedale, ID

Idaho · Metropolitan Area

Homedale is a small town in Idaho with a population of 3,006. Residents earn $49,764 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,006 Population 2,132/sq mi density
$49,764 Median Income $20,264 per capita
$200,000 Home Value $352,972 Zillow
$951 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
192 Violent Crime/100K 2,224 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$49,764 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $951/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
192 violent crimes/100K (50% below avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,764
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 192/100K
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.4%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $951
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.3%
1% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,006
Median Age30.9 yrs
Density2,132/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 65%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,764
Per Capita$20,264
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty12.3%
County GDP$11,738M
Commute25 min

Housing

A
Home Value$200,000
Rent$951
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$352,972

Crime

F
Violent192/100K
Property2,224/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault153/100K
Burglary920/100K

Health

Obesity34.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain10.1 in/yr
Elevation2,242 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.4%
High School+76.2%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 25%
Commute25 min
Libraries7

Is Homedale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Homedale receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Homedale has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Homedale is $49,764, 34% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Homedale is $200,000, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $951 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Homedale is below the national average at 192 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,224 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Homedale 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.

Homedale has a population of 3,006 with a density of 2,132 people per square mile. The median age is 30.9 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.7%), with 7.6% Hispanic.

Population

3,006
Total Population
2,132
People / sq mi
30.9yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Homedale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only64.4%
18% below US avg
Spanish35.6%
166% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Homedale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Homedale is $49,764, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Homedale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,764
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,264
Avg Weekly Wage$998
IRS Avg AGI$68,149

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.3%
1% 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 Rate1.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.7 min
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Homedale is $200,000, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $951 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $352,972.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$352,972
Median List Price$345,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$345,000
$/Sq Ft$222
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio101.5%
Price Drops40.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$951
18% 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-Occupied63.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,406
3% below US avg
Effective Rate1.70%
In Homedale, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 31.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.9%
9% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity31.4%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.2%
Checkup Rate70.5%
Premature Death7,366/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access76.1%
Healthcare Facilities510
Homedale has a violent crime rate of 192 per 100,000 residents, 50% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,224 per 100,000 (13% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent191.7/100K
50% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape38.3/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault153.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,223.9/100K
13% above US avg
Burglary920.3/100K
Theft1,188.7/100K
Vehicle Theft115.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Homedale 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

Elevation2,242 ft (683 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density2,132/sq mi
Coordinates43.6159°N, 116.9390°W
County FIPS16027
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% 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+10.4%
69% below US avg
High School+76.2%
School Test Score5.43
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,132/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities510
Restaurants369
Retail Stores576

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.7 min
Work from Home5.0%

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