Midvale, ID

Idaho

Midvale is a small town in Idaho with a population of 331. Residents earn $48,281 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
331 Population 129/sq mi density
$48,281 Median Income $20,198 per capita
$208,300 Home Value
$694 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$48,281 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$208,300 home value, $694/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,281
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $208,300
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.8%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $694
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.4%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.7%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population331
Median Age45.9 yrs
Density129/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,281
Per Capita$20,198
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty16.7%
County GDP$664M
Commute23 min

Housing

A
Home Value$208,300
Rent$694
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain13.5 in/yr
Elevation2,545 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.8%
High School+95.5%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute23 min
Broadband86.0%
Libraries3

Is Midvale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Midvale receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Midvale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Midvale is $48,281, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. The poverty rate of 16.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Midvale is $208,300, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $694 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Midvale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Midvale has a population of 331 with a density of 129 people per square mile. The median age is 45.9 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.1%), with 6.9% Hispanic.

Population

331
Total Population
129
People / sq mi
45.9yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Midvale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Midvale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Midvale is $48,281, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Midvale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,281
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,198
Avg Weekly Wage$817
IRS Avg AGI$58,385

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.7%
35% above US avg
Establishments (County)369
County GDP$664M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare19
Retail31
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,984
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Midvale is $208,300, 26% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $694 (40% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$208,300
26% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$694
40% 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-Occupied86.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,984
15% below US avg
Effective Rate1.43%
In Midvale, 31.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.4%
2% below US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma11.6%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.4%
Checkup Rate71.4%
Premature Death8,982/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access70.0%
Healthcare Facilities19

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Midvale has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average29°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.5 inches
65% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,545 ft (776 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²)
Population Density129/sq mi
Coordinates44.4623°N, 116.7407°W
County FIPS16087
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.6-point margin. 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.8%
D 18.2%

Winner: Republican by 61.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.8%
38% below US avg
High School+95.5%
School Test Score5.43
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density129/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants25
Retail Stores31

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

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