Idaho
Nezperce is a small town in Idaho with a population of 537. Residents earn $59,063 per year, which is 21% below the national average.
Based on current data, Nezperce receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Nezperce offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Nezperce is $59,063, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. The poverty rate of 16.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Nezperce is $176,200, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $500 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Nezperce has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.0 inches, including 28.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
| English Only | 94.3% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 5.7% |
| 57% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $59,063 |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,050 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $837 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,869 |
| Unemployment | 2.1% |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.2% |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 234 |
| County GDP | $223M |
| Restaurants | 15 |
| Healthcare | 12 |
| Retail | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,080 |
| 41% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.18% |
| Commute Time | 15.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 68.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 10.9% |
| Census Median | $176,200 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $327,636 |
| Census Median Rent | $500 |
| 57% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 28.6% |
| Studio | $898 |
| 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,173 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,619 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,949 |
| Owner-Occupied | 82.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,080 |
| 41% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.18% |
| Obesity | 34.7% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.5% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 7.4% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.0% |
| Depression | 24.4% |
| Mental Distress | 18.5% |
| Physical Distress | 14.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 85.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 70.8% |
| Premature Death | 13,688/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 43.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 12 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Annual Average | 44.9°F |
| 17% below US avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 20.0 inches |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 28.9 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 3,219 ft (981 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 814/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.2366°N, 116.2398°W |
| County FIPS | 16061 |
Winner: Republican by 65 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 18.9% |
| 44% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.43 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 814/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.7 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 83.4% |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 12 |
| Restaurants | 15 |
| Retail Stores | 14 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 15.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 68.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 10.9% |