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Potlatch, ID
Full City Profile · Idaho · Latah County County
Potlatch, ID
At a Glance
How Potlatch Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Potlatch's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Potlatch a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Potlatch residents earn a median household income of $68,889 , which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,408. The unemployment rate stands at 3.5% (3% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,448 business establishments, including 130 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Potlatch is $226,100 , 20% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $295,383. Median rent is $935/month, with 19.3% 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 1938.
Safety & Crime
Potlatch reports 49 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 87% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,846/100K.
Education
17.3% of adults in Potlatch hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below the national average). 88.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Potlatch has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 276 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 24.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.