Oldtown, ID

Idaho

Oldtown is a small town in Idaho with a population of 572. Residents earn $58,088 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
572 Population 698/sq mi density
$58,088 Median Income $23,864 per capita
$260,700 Home Value $496,368 Zillow
$848 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$58,088 median income, 9.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$260,700 home value, $848/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,088
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $260,700
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.9%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent $848
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.1%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.0%
150% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.1%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population572
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density698/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

C+
Median Income$58,088
Per Capita$23,864
Unemployment9.0%
Poverty12.1%
County GDP$768M
Commute23 min

Housing

A
Home Value$260,700
Rent$848
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$496,368

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain27.5 in/yr
Elevation2,068 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.9%
High School+86.5%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute23 min
Libraries4

Is Oldtown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oldtown receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Oldtown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oldtown is $58,088, 23% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.0%, unemployment is notably high. 12.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oldtown is $260,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $848 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Oldtown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Oldtown has a population of 572 with a density of 698 people per square mile. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%), with 2.6% Hispanic.

Population

572
Total Population
698
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Oldtown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.9%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.1%
54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oldtown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oldtown is $58,088, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Oldtown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,088
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,864
Avg Weekly Wage$1,214
IRS Avg AGI$69,208

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.0%
150% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.1%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)344
County GDP$768M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare20
Retail25
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,196
20% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Oldtown is $260,700, 8% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $848 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $496,368.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$260,700
8% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$496,368

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$307
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio102.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$848
27% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied46.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,196
20% above US avg
Effective Rate1.61%
In Oldtown, 34.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.7% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.1%
6% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma11.8%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Checkup Rate69.7%
Premature Death13,768/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access62.5%
Healthcare Facilities20

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Oldtown has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.2°F
14% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.5 inches
28% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,068 ft (630 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density698/sq mi
Coordinates48.1825°N, 117.0180°W
County FIPS53051
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.6%
D 29%

Winner: Republican by 39.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.9%
32% below US avg
High School+86.5%
School Test Score5.43
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density698/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants23
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Work from Home4.4%

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