Montpelier, ID
Full City Profile · Idaho · Bear Lake County County
Montpelier, ID
At a Glance
How Montpelier Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Montpelier's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Montpelier a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Montpelier residents earn a median household income of $52,212 , which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,377. The unemployment rate stands at 4.3% (19% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 282 business establishments, including 18 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Montpelier is $185,600 , 34% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $298,333. Median rent is $639/month, with 30.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 95.5 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1954.
Safety & Crime
Montpelier reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 802/100K.
Education
16.0% of adults in Montpelier hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below the national average). 87.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Montpelier has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.9 inches.