Smiths Ferry, ID

Idaho · Metropolitan Area

Smiths Ferry is a small town in Idaho with a population of 53. Residents earn $83,750 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
53 Population 29/sq mi density
$83,750 Median Income $40,204 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$83,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,750
11% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.5%
78% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.3%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population53
Median Age69.2 yrs
Density29/mi²
Male / Female34% / 66%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans53.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,750
Per Capita$40,204
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$696M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain22.5 in/yr
Elevation4,543 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.5%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%
CommuteN/A
Broadband19.0%
Libraries2

Is Smiths Ferry a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Smiths Ferry receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Smiths Ferry offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Smiths Ferry is $83,750, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Smiths Ferry experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Smiths Ferry has a population of 53 with a density of 29 people per square mile. The median age is 69.2 years, 78% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

53
Total Population
29
People / sq mi
69.2yrs
Median Age
78% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 34%
Female 66%

Race & Ethnicity

Smiths Ferry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Smiths Ferry vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Smiths Ferry is $83,750, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Smiths Ferry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,750
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,204
Avg Weekly Wage$865
IRS Avg AGI$67,156

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)723
County GDP$696M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare56
Retail58
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,415
31% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,415
31% below US avg
In Smiths Ferry, 31.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Smiths Ferry vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.3%
2% below US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.5%
Physical Inactivity21.6%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Checkup Rate67.0%
Premature Death8,929/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access56.7%
Healthcare Facilities56

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Smiths Ferry has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.5 inches
41% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,543 ft (1,385 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density29/sq mi
Coordinates44.2992°N, 116.0784°W
County FIPS16045
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66-point margin. 19.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82%
D 16%

Winner: Republican by 66 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.5%
78% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.43
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density29/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access19.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants27
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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