Mullan, ID

Idaho

Mullan is a small town in Idaho with a population of 758. Residents earn $51,094 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
758 Population 913/sq mi density
$51,094 Median Income $35,750 per capita
$169,000 Home Value $195,628 Zillow
$936 Median Rent 22.0% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$51,094 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$169,000 home value, $936/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,094
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $169,000
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.8%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $936
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population758
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density913/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans9.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,094
Per Capita$35,750
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$955M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$169,000
Rent$936
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$195,628
Rent Burden22.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain36.6 in/yr
Elevation3,306 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.8%
High School+95.9%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 24%
Commute33 min
Broadband80.7%
Libraries6

Is Mullan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mullan receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. Mullan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mullan is $51,094, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mullan is $169,000, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $936 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Mullan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Mullan has a population of 758 with a density of 913 people per square mile. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.8%), with 2.1% Black.

Population

758
Total Population
913
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Mullan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mullan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mullan is $51,094, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Mullan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,094
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,750
Avg Weekly Wage$1,034
IRS Avg AGI$55,961

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg
Establishments (County)502
County GDP$955M

Business (County)

Restaurants54
Healthcare28
Retail54
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,161
10% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.4 min
Drive Alone77.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Mullan is $169,000, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $936 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $195,628.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,000
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$195,628

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$936
20% below US avg
Rent Burden22.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$898
1 Bedroom$950
2 Bedrooms$1,173
3 Bedrooms$1,619
4 Bedrooms$1,949

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,161
10% below US avg
Effective Rate1.87%
In Mullan, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.0% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.4%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.0%
Checkup Rate71.1%
Premature Death11,528/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access91.7%
Healthcare Facilities28

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Mullan has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.6 inches
4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,306 ft (1,008 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density913/sq mi
Coordinates47.4688°N, 115.7964°W
County FIPS16079
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.4-point margin. 80.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.4%
D 24%

Winner: Republican by 49.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.8%
56% below US avg
High School+95.9%
School Test Score5.43
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density913/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.7%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants54
Retail Stores54

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.4 min
Drive Alone77.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

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