Median Income
$51,250
32% lower than US avg
Home Value
$347,300
23% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
14.6%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$667
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.7%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.8%
21% lower than US avg
How Riggins Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population236
Median Age65.0 yrs
Density590/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
B
Median Income$51,250
Per Capita$32,497
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty9.8%
County GDP$205M
Commute23 min
Housing
C+
Home Value$347,300
Rent$667
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$332,404
Rent Burden41.9%
Health
Obesity32.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.8%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain17.4 in/yr
Elevation1,820 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+14.6%
High School+94.8%
School Score5.43
Community
2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute23 min
Libraries2
Is Riggins a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Riggins receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Riggins has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Riggins is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Riggins is $347,300, 23% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $667 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.8x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Riggins experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.4 inches, including 7.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Riggins has a population of 236 with a density of 590 people per square mile. The median age is 65.0 years, 67% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%), with 5.1% Hispanic.
Population
65.0yrs
Median Age
67% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.8% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.2% |
| 91% below US avg |
The median household income in Riggins is $51,250, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $51,250 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,497 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,095 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,171 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.2% |
| 44% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.8% |
| 21% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 211 |
| County GDP | $205M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 13 |
| Healthcare | 4 |
| Retail | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,030 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.87% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.4 min |
| Work from Home | 35.5% |
The median home value in Riggins is $347,300, 23% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $667 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $332,404.
Home Values
| Census Median | $347,300 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $332,404 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $667 |
| 43% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 41.9% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $898 |
| 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,173 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,619 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,949 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,030 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.87% |
In Riggins, 32.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Riggins vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.7% |
| 2% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.5% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 6.7% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.4% |
| Depression | 24.4% |
| Mental Distress | 18.2% |
| Physical Distress | 13.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.3% |
| Premature Death | 9,397/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 30.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4 |
Crime Rates: Riggins vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Riggins has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Temperature
33°F Jan (0°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 50.2°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 17.4 inches |
| 54% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 7.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,820 ft (555 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 590/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.4206°N, 116.3176°W |
| County FIPS | 16003 |