Moscow, ID
Full City Profile · Idaho · Latah County County
Moscow, ID
At a Glance
How Moscow Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Moscow's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Moscow a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Moscow residents earn a median household income of $56,497 , which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,768. The unemployment rate stands at 7.0% (94% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,448 business establishments, including 130 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Moscow is $352,000 , 25% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $480,589. Median rent is $902/month, with 30.5% 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 1980.
Safety & Crime
Moscow reports 19 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 95% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,019/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
54.3% of adults in Moscow hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% above the national average). 97.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Moscow has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.