Pocatello, ID
Full City Profile · Idaho · Bannock County County
Pocatello, ID
At a Glance
How Pocatello Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Pocatello's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Pocatello a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Pocatello residents earn a median household income of $57,931 , which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,725. The unemployment rate stands at 5.0% (39% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,231 business establishments, including 229 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Pocatello is $240,600 , 15% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $343,159. Median rent is $861/month, with 28.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 95.5 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1970.
Safety & Crime
Pocatello reports 345 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 9% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,607/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
32.9% of adults in Pocatello hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below the national average). 93.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Pocatello has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.