Richfield, ID

Idaho

Richfield is a small town in Idaho with a population of 558. Residents earn $59,375 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
558 Population 845/sq mi density
$59,375 Median Income $25,116 per capita
$196,100 Home Value
$731 Median Rent 32.9% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$59,375 median income, 9.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$196,100 home value, $731/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,375
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $196,100
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.5%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $731
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.4%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.2%
156% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.0%
3% lower than US avg

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

People

Population558
Median Age35.7 yrs
Density845/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 71%

Economy

C+
Median Income$59,375
Per Capita$25,116
Unemployment9.2%
Poverty12.0%
County GDP$118M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$196,100
Rent$731
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden32.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain10.5 in/yr
Elevation4,303 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.5%
High School+76.3%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 21%
Commute31 min
Libraries1

Is Richfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Richfield receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Richfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Richfield is $59,375, 21% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.2%, unemployment is notably high. 12.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Richfield is $196,100, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $731 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Richfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.5 inches, including 28.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Richfield has a population of 558 with a density of 845 people per square mile. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.8%), with 3.6% Hispanic, 1.4% Black.

Population

558
Total Population
845
People / sq mi
35.7yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Richfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.9%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.1%
32% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Richfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Richfield is $59,375, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Richfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,375
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,116
Avg Weekly Wage$1,160
IRS Avg AGI$76,233

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.2%
156% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below US avg
Establishments (County)79
County GDP$118M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare3
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Richfield is $196,100, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $731 (37% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$196,100
30% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$731
37% below US avg
Rent Burden32.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$898
1 Bedroom$950
2 Bedrooms$1,173
3 Bedrooms$1,619
4 Bedrooms$1,949

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.3%

Property Tax

In Richfield, 33.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.4%
4% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity26.2%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.2%
Checkup Rate70.9%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.6/10
Exercise Access7.1%
Healthcare Facilities3

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Richfield has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.1°F
15% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.5 inches
72% below US avg
Snowfall28.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,303 ft (1,312 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density845/sq mi
Coordinates43.0516°N, 114.1559°W
County FIPS16025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%
D 21%

Winner: Republican by 54.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.5%
72% below US avg
High School+76.3%
School Test Score5.43
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density845/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants5

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Work from Home9.5%

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