Idaho
Malta is a small town in Idaho with a population of 321. Residents earn $48,750 per year, which is 35% below the national average.
Based on current data, Malta receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Malta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Malta is $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. The poverty rate of 44.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Malta is $145,600, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Malta experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.6 inches, including 11.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
| English Only | 98.8% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.2% |
| 91% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $48,750 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $22,868 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $957 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,323 |
| Unemployment | 1.0% |
| 72% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 44.3% |
| 257% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,135 |
| County GDP | $2,637M |
| Restaurants | 71 |
| Healthcare | 92 |
| Retail | 124 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,665 |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.83% |
| Commute Time | 12.1 min |
| Work from Home | 20.8% |
| Census Median | $145,600 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $387,013 |
| Studio | $898 |
| 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,173 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,619 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,949 |
| Owner-Occupied | 92.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,665 |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.83% |
| Obesity | 38.2% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.3% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.9% |
| Depression | 25.6% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 14.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.5% |
| Premature Death | 7,762/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 92 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Annual Average | 46.2°F |
| 14% below US avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 9.6 inches |
| 75% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 11.9 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 4,517 ft (1,377 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 233/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.3075°N, 113.3697°W |
| County FIPS | 16031 |
Winner: Republican by 69.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 18.6% |
| 45% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 100.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.43 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 233/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.4 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 77.0% |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 92 |
| Restaurants | 71 |
| Retail Stores | 124 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Avg Commute | 12.1 min |
| Work from Home | 20.8% |