Preston, ID
Full City Profile · Idaho · Franklin County County
Preston, ID
At a Glance
How Preston Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Preston's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Preston a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Preston residents earn a median household income of $55,625 , which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,286. The unemployment rate stands at 1.1% (69% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 561 business establishments, including 23 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Preston is $280,500 , 0% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $437,522. Median rent is $794/month, with 18.6% 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 1959.
Safety & Crime
Preston reports 64 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 83% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 414/100K.
Education
15.7% of adults in Preston hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below the national average). 90.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Preston has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 22.