Median Income
$122,885
64% higher than US avg
Home Value
$209,700
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.5%
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
15.5%
25% higher than US avg
How Ida Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population661
Median Age34.0 yrs
Density268/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans14.9%
Economy
A+
Median Income$122,885
Per Capita$37,490
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.5%
County GDP$8,136M
Commute32 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$209,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$302,293
Health
Obesity37.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease4.9%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.8 in/yr
Elevation635 ft (194 m)
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.5%
High School+95.0%
School Score5.23
Community
2024 VoteR 63% / D 36%
Commute32 min
Broadband93.0%
Libraries18
Is Ida a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ida receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Ida stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ida is $122,885, which is significantly higher than the national average — 64% above $75,149. This places Ida among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Ida is $209,700, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Climate & Weather
Ida experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches, including 39.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Ida has a population of 661 with a density of 268 people per square mile. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.1%).
Population
34.0yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.7% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.3% |
| 90% below US avg |
The median household income in Ida is $122,885, which is 64% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $122,885 |
| 64% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $37,490 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,164 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,000 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 15.5% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,514 |
| County GDP | $8,136M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 276 |
| Healthcare | 282 |
| Retail | 371 |
| Manufacturing | 126 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,560 |
| 30% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.17% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 93.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 4.3% |
The median home value in Ida is $209,700, 26% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $302,293.
Home Values
| Census Median | $209,700 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $302,293 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $807 |
| 1 Bedroom | $891 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,113 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,560 |
| 30% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.17% |
In Ida, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 20.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ida vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.7% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.4% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.6% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.1% |
| Depression | 27.5% |
| Mental Distress | 18.4% |
| Physical Distress | 11.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.6% |
| Premature Death | 8,571/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 282 |
Ida has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 49.4°F |
| 9% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 34.8 inches |
| 8% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 39.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 635 ft (194 m) |
| Area | 2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 268/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.9037°N, 83.5628°W |
| Timezone | America/Detroit |
| County FIPS | 26115 |