Irwin, ID

Idaho · Metropolitan Area

Irwin is a small town in Idaho with a population of 253. Residents earn $69,792 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
253 Population 97/sq mi density
$69,792 Median Income $38,094 per capita
$346,000 Home Value $408,254 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$69,792 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$346,000 home value
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,792
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $346,000
23% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.0%
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.4%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population253
Median Age57.4 yrs
Density97/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,792
Per Capita$38,094
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$9,062M
Commute50 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$346,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$408,254

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain20.1 in/yr
Elevation5,334 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+91.1%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 26%
Commute50 min
Libraries3

Is Irwin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Irwin receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Irwin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Irwin is $69,792, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Irwin is $346,000, 23% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Irwin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Irwin has a population of 253 with a density of 97 people per square mile. The median age is 57.4 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.8%).

Population

253
Total Population
97
People / sq mi
57.4yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Irwin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.9%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.1%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Irwin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Irwin is $69,792, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes.

Income: Irwin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,792
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,094
Avg Weekly Wage$948
IRS Avg AGI$84,593

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,633
County GDP$9,062M

Business (County)

Restaurants286
Healthcare673
Retail503
Manufacturing153

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,628
4% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time50.1 min
Work from Home8.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Irwin is $346,000, 23% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $408,254.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$346,000
23% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$408,254

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,628
4% above US avg
Effective Rate1.05%
In Irwin, 30.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 16.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.4%
5% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure26.6%
Asthma10.5%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity16.6%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress10.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Checkup Rate74.3%
Premature Death7,923/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access79.8%
Healthcare Facilities673

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Irwin has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.6°F
21% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.1 inches
47% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,334 ft (1,626 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²)
Population Density97/sq mi
Coordinates43.4034°N, 111.2795°W
County FIPS16019
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71%
D 25.6%

Winner: Republican by 45.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.0%
17% below US avg
High School+91.1%
School Test Score5.43
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density97/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities673
Restaurants286
Retail Stores503

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute50.1 min
Work from Home8.6%

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