Minidoka, ID

Idaho

Minidoka is a small town in Idaho with a population of 132. Residents earn $41,875 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
132 Population 1,200/sq mi density
$41,875 Median Income $11,808 per capita
$109,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°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
$41,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$109,600 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/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

132
Total Population
1,200
People / sq mi
21.0yrs
Median Age
46% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.1%
Female 40.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Minidoka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only18.4%
77% below US avg
Spanish81.6%
509% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Minidoka vs U.S. Average

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: Minidoka vs U.S.

Commute Mode

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

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)786
County GDP$1,255M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare32
Retail63
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,741
22% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Minidoka is $109,600, 61% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

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

Owner-Occupied59.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,741
22% below US avg
Effective Rate2.50%
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

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure26.9%
Asthma9.5%
COPD4.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.1%
Physical Inactivity28.5%
Depression18.8%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.9%
Checkup Rate67.0%
Premature Death8,413/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access70.0%
Healthcare Facilities32

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

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 Average48.6°F
10% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.8 inches
74% below US avg
Snowfall20.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,276 ft (1,303 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,200/sq mi
Coordinates42.7540°N, 113.4900°W
County FIPS16067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.3-point margin. 37.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.6%
D 17.3%

Winner: Republican by 63.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+23.3%
School Test Score5.03
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,200/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access37.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants33
Retail Stores63

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

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