Oakley, ID

Idaho

Oakley is a small town in Idaho with a population of 846. Residents earn $93,333 per year, which is 24% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
846 Population 183/sq mi density
$93,333 Median Income $28,709 per capita
$220,000 Home Value $350,564 Zillow
$642 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$93,333 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$220,000 home value, $642/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,333
24% higher than US avg
Home Value $220,000
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.7%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $642
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.9%
93% lower than US avg

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

People

Population846
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density183/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A+
Median Income$93,333
Per Capita$28,709
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty0.9%
County GDP$2,637M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$220,000
Rent$642
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$350,564
Rent Burden32.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain12.3 in/yr
Elevation4,570 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.7%
High School+87.2%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 14%
Commute24 min
Libraries2

Is Oakley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oakley receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Oakley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oakley is $93,333, 24% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oakley is $220,000, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $642 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Oakley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.3 inches, including 25.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Oakley has a population of 846 with a density of 183 people per square mile. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%).

Population

846
Total Population
183
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%
Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Oakley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.1%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.9%
26% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oakley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oakley is $93,333, which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Oakley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,333
24% above US avg
Per Capita Income$28,709
Avg Weekly Wage$957
IRS Avg AGI$66,323

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.9%
93% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,135
County GDP$2,637M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare92
Retail124
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,665
24% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Work from Home11.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Oakley is $220,000, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $642 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $350,564.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$220,000
22% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$350,564

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$642
45% below US avg
Rent Burden32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,665
24% below US avg
Effective Rate1.21%
In Oakley, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.0% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.1%
Checkup Rate70.1%
Premature Death7,762/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access61.5%
Healthcare Facilities92

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Oakley has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.3 inches
68% below US avg
Snowfall25.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,570 ft (1,393 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (12.0 km²)
Population Density183/sq mi
Coordinates42.2421°N, 113.8831°W
County FIPS16031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.3%
D 14.2%

Winner: Republican by 69.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.7%
33% below US avg
High School+87.2%
School Test Score5.43
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density183/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities92
Restaurants71
Retail Stores124

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Work from Home11.3%

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