Plummer, ID

Idaho

Plummer is a small town in Idaho with a population of 1,055. Residents earn $52,188 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,055 Population 837/sq mi density
$52,188 Median Income $26,293 per capita
$163,800 Home Value $297,481 Zillow
$934 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$52,188 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$163,800 home value, $934/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,188
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $163,800
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.6%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $934
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.7%
19% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,055
Median Age31.9 yrs
Density837/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 44%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,188
Per Capita$26,293
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty14.7%
County GDP$558M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$163,800
Rent$934
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$297,481

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain28.5 in/yr
Elevation2,715 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.6%
High School+82.6%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute19 min
Libraries4

Is Plummer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Plummer receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Plummer offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Plummer is $52,188, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 14.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Plummer is $163,800, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $934 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Plummer experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Plummer has a population of 1,055 with a density of 837 people per square mile. The median age is 31.9 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (48.3%), with 44% White, 4.4% Black.

Population

1,055
Total Population
837
People / sq mi
31.9yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Plummer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.0%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.0%
33% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Plummer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Plummer is $52,188, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Plummer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,188
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,293
Avg Weekly Wage$1,080
IRS Avg AGI$58,676

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.7%
19% above US avg
Establishments (County)427
County GDP$558M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare12
Retail31
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,821
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.0 min
Work from Home2.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Plummer is $163,800, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $934 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $297,481.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$163,800
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$297,481

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$934
20% 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-Occupied60.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,821
19% below US avg
Effective Rate1.72%
In Plummer, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma13.2%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.4%
Checkup Rate71.2%
Premature Death11,075/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access58.8%
Healthcare Facilities12

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Plummer has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average46.5°F
14% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.5 inches
25% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,715 ft (828 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density837/sq mi
Coordinates47.3301°N, 116.8849°W
County FIPS16009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.6%
D 18.2%

Winner: Republican by 61.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.6%
57% below US avg
High School+82.6%
School Test Score5.43
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density837/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants29
Retail Stores31

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.0 min
Work from Home2.1%

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