Lava Hot Springs, ID
Full City Profile · Idaho · Bannock County County
Lava Hot Springs, ID
At a Glance
How Lava Hot Springs Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lava Hot Springs's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lava Hot Springs a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lava Hot Springs residents earn a median household income of $36,364 , which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,530. The unemployment rate stands at 10.8% (200% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,231 business establishments, including 229 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lava Hot Springs is $241,100 , 14% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $456,416. Median rent is $843/month, with 36.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 95.5 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1966.
Education
22.2% of adults in Lava Hot Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below the national average). 95.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lava Hot Springs has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.