Nezperce, ID

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.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
537 Population 814/sq mi density
$59,063 Median Income $29,050 per capita
$176,200 Home Value $327,636 Zillow
$500 Median Rent 28.6% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$59,063 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$176,200 home value, $500/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,063
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $176,200
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.9%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $500
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.2%
31% higher than US avg

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

People

Population537
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density814/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans9.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$59,063
Per Capita$29,050
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty16.2%
County GDP$223M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$176,200
Rent$500
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$327,636
Rent Burden28.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain20.0 in/yr
Elevation3,219 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.9%
High School+90.1%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute15 min
Broadband83.4%
Libraries4

Is Nezperce a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Nezperce has a population of 537 with a density of 814 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.2%), with 6.5% Hispanic, 5.2% Black.

Population

537
Total Population
814
People / sq mi
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Nezperce vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.3%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.7%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nezperce vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nezperce is $59,063, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Nezperce vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,063
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,050
Avg Weekly Wage$837
IRS Avg AGI$58,869

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.2%
31% above US avg
Establishments (County)234
County GDP$223M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare12
Retail14
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,080
41% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.2 min
Drive Alone68.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Nezperce is $176,200, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $500 (57% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $327,636.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$176,200
37% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$327,636

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$500
57% below US avg
Rent Burden28.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,080
41% below US avg
Effective Rate1.18%
In Nezperce, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.7%
8% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.5%
Checkup Rate70.8%
Premature Death13,688/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access43.0%
Healthcare Facilities12

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Nezperce has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average44.9°F
17% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.0 inches
47% below US avg
Snowfall28.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,219 ft (981 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density814/sq mi
Coordinates46.2366°N, 116.2398°W
County FIPS16061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65-point margin. 83.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.6%
D 16.6%

Winner: Republican by 65 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.9%
44% below US avg
High School+90.1%
School Test Score5.43
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density814/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.4%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants15
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.2 min
Drive Alone68.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.9%

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