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Spencer, ID

Idaho

Spencer is a small town in Idaho with a population of 28. Residents earn $70,972 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
28 Population 25/sq mi density
$70,972 Median Income $47,525 per capita
$112,500 Home Value
45°F Avg Temperature 311 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$70,972 median income, 10.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,500 home value
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,972
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.7%
197% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population28
Median Age66.5 yrs
Density25/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans28.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$70,972
Per Capita$47,525
Unemployment10.7%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$57M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units46
Rent Burden31.3%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI33 (Good)
Rain12.2 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation5,876 ft (1,791 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+80.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute39 min
Broadband19.0%
Libraries1

Is Spencer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Spencer receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Spencer stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Spencer is $70,972, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 10.7%, unemployment is notably high. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Spencer is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Spencer has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 311 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.2 inches, including 47.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Spencer has a population of 28 with a density of 25 people per square mile. The median age is 66.5 years, 71% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.9%).

Population

28
Total Population
25
People / sq mi
66.5yrs
Median Age
71% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Spencer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only69.6%
11% below US avg
Spanish30.4%
127% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Spencer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Spencer is $70,972, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Spencer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,972
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,525
Avg Weekly Wage$1,192
IRS Avg AGI$44,579

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.7%
197% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)49
County GDP$57M

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.8 min
Drive Alone31.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Spencer is $112,500, 60% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,500
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.3%

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%
Housing Units46
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Spencer has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.2 inches. The area enjoys 311 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.2 inches
68% below US avg
Snowfall47.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,876 ft (1,791 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density25/sq mi
Coordinates44.3678°N, 112.1843°W
TimezoneAmerica/Boise
County FIPS16033
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.1-point margin. 19.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.1%
D 15%

Winner: Republican by 69.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+80.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.43
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density25/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access19.0%
Public Libraries1

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.8 min
Drive Alone31.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.5%

Nearby Cities

St. Anthony, ID 3,818 pop · 37.2 mi Sugar City, ID 2,011 pop · 40.2 mi Ashton, ID 1,329 pop · 41.7 mi Rexburg, ID 39,589 pop · 42.4 mi Rigby, ID 5,251 pop · 49.8 mi Ucon, ID 1,537 pop · 54.7 mi West Yellowstone, MT 1,457 pop · 56.8 mi Iona, ID 2,882 pop · 59.4 mi Lincoln, ID 3,759 pop · 59.7 mi Idaho Falls, ID 66,672 pop · 61.2 mi Dillon, MT 4,020 pop · 62.8 mi Ammon, ID 18,496 pop · 62.9 mi Shelley, ID 4,987 pop · 68.3 mi Driggs, ID 2,655 pop · 69.4 mi
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