Malad City, ID

Idaho

Malad City is a small town in Idaho with a population of 2,441. Residents earn $75,500 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
2,441 Population 1,444/sq mi density
$75,500 Median Income $29,230 per capita
$210,300 Home Value $328,540 Zillow
$965 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$75,500 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$210,300 home value, $965/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,500
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $210,300
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.2%
22% lower than US avg
Median Rent $965
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.4%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,441
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density1,444/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A+
Median Income$75,500
Per Capita$29,230
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$201M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$210,300
Rent$965
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$328,540

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain13.1 in/yr
Elevation4,543 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.2%
High School+95.3%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 10%
Commute17 min
Libraries1

Is Malad City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Malad City receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Malad City stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Malad City is $75,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Malad City is $210,300, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $965 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Malad City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Malad City has a population of 2,441 with a density of 1,444 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%).

Population

2,441
Total Population
1,444
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Malad City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.0%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.0%
70% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Malad City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Malad City is $75,500, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Malad City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,500
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,230
Avg Weekly Wage$738
IRS Avg AGI$58,206

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)180
County GDP$201M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare10
Retail20
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,900
46% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.0 min
Work from Home7.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Malad City is $210,300, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $965 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $328,540.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$210,300
25% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$328,540

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$965
17% 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-Occupied87.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,900
46% below US avg
Effective Rate0.90%
In Malad City, 32.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Malad City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.4%
1% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Checkup Rate71.2%
Premature Death6,760/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access11.7%
Healthcare Facilities10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Malad City has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.8°F
13% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.1 inches
66% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,543 ft (1,385 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density1,444/sq mi
Coordinates42.1899°N, 112.2497°W
County FIPS16071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 26.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 75.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.2%
D 10.3%

Winner: Republican by 75.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.2%
22% below US avg
High School+95.3%
School Test Score5.43
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,444/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants13
Retail Stores20

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.0 min
Work from Home7.9%

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