Notus, ID

Idaho · Metropolitan Area

Notus is a small town in Idaho with a population of 709. Residents earn $71,083 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
709 Population 1,866/sq mi density
$71,083 Median Income $25,119 per capita
$242,600 Home Value
$1,170 Median Rent 30.8% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$71,083 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$242,600 home value, $1,170/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,083
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $242,600
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.5%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,170
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population709
Median Age31.8 yrs
Density1,866/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 63%
Veterans8.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,083
Per Capita$25,119
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$11,738M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$242,600
Rent$1,170
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden30.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain10.0 in/yr
Elevation2,324 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.5%
High School+86.7%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 25%
Commute28 min
Broadband88.0%
Libraries7

Is Notus a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Notus receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Notus offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Notus is $71,083, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Notus is $242,600, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,170 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Notus experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.0 inches, including 11.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Notus has a population of 709 with a density of 1,866 people per square mile. The median age is 31.8 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (62.5%), with 3.9% Hispanic.

Population

709
Total Population
1,866
People / sq mi
31.8yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Notus vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only74.3%
5% below US avg
Spanish25.7%
92% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Notus vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Notus is $71,083, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Notus vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,083
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,119
Avg Weekly Wage$998
IRS Avg AGI$68,149

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,946
County GDP$11,738M

Business (County)

Restaurants369
Healthcare510
Retail576
Manufacturing259

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,406
3% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.8 min
Drive Alone80.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Notus is $242,600, 14% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,170 (1% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$242,600
14% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,170
1% above US avg
Rent Burden30.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,406
3% below US avg
Effective Rate1.40%
In Notus, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity28.4%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.6%
Checkup Rate70.7%
Premature Death7,366/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access76.1%
Healthcare Facilities510

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Safety Score

Notus has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.0 inches
74% below US avg
Snowfall11.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,324 ft (708 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,866/sq mi
Coordinates43.7269°N, 116.8004°W
County FIPS16027
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.6-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72%
D 25.4%

Winner: Republican by 46.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.5%
72% below US avg
High School+86.7%
School Test Score5.43
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,866/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities510
Restaurants369
Retail Stores576

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.8 min
Drive Alone80.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

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