Lost River, ID

Idaho · Metropolitan Area

Lost River is a small town in Idaho with a population of 51.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
51 Population 6/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $28,059 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 23.4%
31% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population51
Median Age76.1 yrs
Density6/mi²
Male / Female71% / 29%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans51.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$28,059
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,870M
Commute7 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain9.9 in/yr
Elevation6,472 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.4%
High School+93.6%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 12%
Commute7 min
Broadband11.0%
Libraries2

Is Lost River a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lost River receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Lost River has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

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 7 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

23.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Lost River has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Lost River has a population of 51 with a density of 6 people per square mile. The median age is 76.1 years, 96% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.4%), with 11.8% Black.

Population

51
Total Population
6
People / sq mi
76.1yrs
Median Age
96% above US avg
8.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 70.6%
Female 29.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Lost River vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lost River vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lost River is N/A. 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 7 minutes.

Income: Lost River vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$28,059
Avg Weekly Wage$2,218
IRS Avg AGI$59,126

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)146
County GDP$1,870M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare8
Retail10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,960
44% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time7.0 min
Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home44.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,960
44% below US avg

Health Metrics: Lost River vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Premature Death12,579/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access42.7%
Healthcare Facilities8

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Lost River has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 9.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.3°F
22% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.9 inches
74% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,472 ft (1,973 m)
Area8.3 sq mi (21.5 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates43.6883°N, 113.6353°W
County FIPS16023
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 23.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.5-point margin. 11.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.9%
D 12.4%

Winner: Republican by 72.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.4%
31% below US avg
High School+93.6%
School Test Score5.43
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density6/sq mi
Total Area8.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access11.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants7
Retail Stores10

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute7.0 min
Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home44.0%

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