Pinehurst, ID

Idaho · Metropolitan Area

Pinehurst is a small town in Idaho with a population of 2,014. Residents earn $66,447 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,014 Population 2,014/sq mi density
$66,447 Median Income $31,719 per capita
$267,100 Home Value $267,665 Zillow
$833 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
62 Violent Crime/100K 1,791 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$66,447 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$267,100 home value, $833/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
62 violent crimes/100K (84% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,447
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $267,100
5% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 62/100K
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.2%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $833
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,014
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density2,014/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,447
Per Capita$31,719
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$11,539M
Commute27 min

Housing

A
Home Value$267,100
Rent$833
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$267,665

Crime

F
Violent62/100K
Property1,791/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault62/100K
Burglary1,112/100K

Health

Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain33.9 in/yr
Elevation2,222 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.2%
High School+87.7%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute27 min
Libraries8

Is Pinehurst a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pinehurst receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Pinehurst has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pinehurst is $66,447, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pinehurst is $267,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $833 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Pinehurst is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 62 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,791 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Pinehurst experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.9 inches, including 52.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Pinehurst has a population of 2,014 with a density of 2,014 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.5%), with 5.4% Hispanic.

Population

2,014
Total Population
2,014
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Pinehurst vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pinehurst vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pinehurst is $66,447, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Pinehurst vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,447
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,719
Avg Weekly Wage$1,075
IRS Avg AGI$86,805

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,717
County GDP$11,539M

Business (County)

Restaurants482
Healthcare652
Retail635
Manufacturing273

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,301
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Work from Home5.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Pinehurst is $267,100, 5% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $833 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $267,665.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$267,100
5% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$267,665

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$833
28% 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-Occupied80.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,301
23% above US avg
Effective Rate1.61%
In Pinehurst, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity26.1%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress15.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.6%
Checkup Rate71.3%
Premature Death6,562/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access79.2%
Healthcare Facilities652
Pinehurst has a violent crime rate of 62 per 100,000 residents, 84% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,791 per 100,000 (9% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent61.8/100K
84% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault61.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,791.2/100K
9% below US avg
Burglary1,111.8/100K
Theft494.1/100K
Vehicle Theft185.3/100K
Arson61.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Pinehurst has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.7°F
14% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.9 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall52.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,222 ft (677 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density2,014/sq mi
Coordinates47.5363°N, 116.2317°W
County FIPS16055
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.8%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 51.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.2%
67% below US avg
High School+87.7%
School Test Score5.43
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,014/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities652
Restaurants482
Retail Stores635

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Work from Home5.4%

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