Idaho · Metropolitan Area
Swan Valley is a small town in Idaho with a population of 264. Residents earn $92,750 per year, which is 23% above the national average.
Based on current data, Swan Valley receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Swan Valley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Swan Valley is $92,750, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
The median home value in Swan Valley is $685,200, making it a premium housing market at 143% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Educational attainment is solid, with 43.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Swan Valley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
| English Only | 95.2% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.8% |
| 64% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $92,750 |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $67,111 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $948 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $84,593 |
| Unemployment | 3.9% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.9% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 5,633 |
| County GDP | $9,062M |
| Restaurants | 286 |
| Healthcare | 673 |
| Retail | 503 |
| Manufacturing | 153 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,628 |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.53% |
| Commute Time | 31.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 71.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 19.8% |
| Census Median | $685,200 |
| 143% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $502,197 |
| $/Sq Ft | $430 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 0.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 3 |
| Studio | $898 |
| 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,173 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,619 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,949 |
| Owner-Occupied | 91.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,628 |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.53% |
| Obesity | 30.7% |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.2% |
| Heart Disease | 4.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.3% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 4.5% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 16.5% |
| Depression | 26.1% |
| Mental Distress | 16.0% |
| Physical Distress | 10.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 78.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.0% |
| Premature Death | 7,923/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 79.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 673 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Annual Average | 42.6°F |
| 21% below US avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (19°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 20.1 inches |
| 47% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 5,288 ft (1,612 m) |
| Area | 11.6 sq mi (30.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 23/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.4426°N, 111.3245°W |
| County FIPS | 16019 |
Winner: Republican by 45.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 43.8% |
| 30% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 100.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.43 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 23/sq mi |
| Total Area | 11.6 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 90.0% |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 673 |
| Restaurants | 286 |
| Retail Stores | 503 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 31.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 71.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 19.8% |