Median Income
$41,875
44% lower than US avg
Home Value
$109,600
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.3%
15% higher than US avg
How Minidoka Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population132
Median Age21.0 yrs
Density1,200/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 11%
Veterans72.0%
Economy
B
Median Income$41,875
Per Capita$11,808
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$1,255M
Commute18 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$109,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity35.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.8%
Heart Disease4.6%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain9.8 in/yr
Elevation4,276 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+23.3%
School Score5.03
Community
2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute18 min
Broadband37.0%
Libraries1
Is Minidoka a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Minidoka 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 below-average incomes. Minidoka offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Minidoka is $41,875, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Minidoka is $109,600, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.
Climate & Weather
Minidoka experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.8 inches, including 20.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Minidoka has a population of 132 with a density of 1,200 people per square mile. The median age is 21.0 years, 46% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (10.6%), with 5.3% Hispanic.
Population
21.0yrs
Median Age
46% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 18.4% |
| 77% below US avg |
| Spanish | 81.6% |
| 509% above US avg |
The median household income in Minidoka is $41,875, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $41,875 |
| 44% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $11,808 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $979 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,856 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.3% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 786 |
| County GDP | $1,255M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 33 |
| Healthcare | 32 |
| Retail | 63 |
| Manufacturing | 46 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,741 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.50% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 18.2 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Minidoka is $109,600, 61% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $109,600 |
| 61% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $884 |
| 1 Bedroom | $889 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,022 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,421 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,714 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,741 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.50% |
In Minidoka, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.8% report depression. 28.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Minidoka vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.9% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.5% |
| Heart Disease | 4.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.9% |
| Asthma | 9.5% |
| COPD | 4.6% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.5% |
| Depression | 18.8% |
| Mental Distress | 15.6% |
| Physical Distress | 13.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 74.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 67.0% |
| Premature Death | 8,413/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 70.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 32 |
Crime Rates: Minidoka vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Minidoka has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 9.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 48.6°F |
| 10% below US avg |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 9.8 inches |
| 74% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 20.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,276 ft (1,303 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,200/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.7540°N, 113.4900°W |
| County FIPS | 16067 |