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Sweetwater, ID

Idaho · Metropolitan Area

Sweetwater is a small town in Idaho with a population of 168. Residents earn $120,500 per year, which is 60% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
168 Population 141/sq mi density
$120,500 Median Income $46,296 per capita
$190,500 Home Value
45°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$120,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$190,500 home value
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $120,500
60% higher than US avg
Home Value $190,500
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.7%
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population168
Median Age53.8 yrs
Density141/mi²
Male / Female67% / 33%
Largest GroupWhite 55%
Veterans10.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$120,500
Per Capita$46,296
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$3,075M
Commute8 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$190,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units68
Rent Burden29.7%

Health

Obesity40.2%
Uninsured11.5%
Smoking16.5%
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI33 (Good)
Rain21.8 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,117 ft (340 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.7%
High School+88.1%
Graduate+4.0%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 29%
Commute8 min
Broadband70.0%
Libraries4

Is Sweetwater a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sweetwater receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Sweetwater stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sweetwater is $120,500, which is significantly higher than the national average — 60% above $75,149. This places Sweetwater among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sweetwater is $190,500, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

32.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Sweetwater has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.8 inches, including 86.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Sweetwater has a population of 168 with a density of 141 people per square mile. The median age is 53.8 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (54.8%), with 45.2% Hispanic.

Population

168
Total Population
141
People / sq mi
53.8yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 66.7%
Female 33.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Sweetwater vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.0%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.0%
48% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sweetwater vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sweetwater is $120,500, which is 60% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes.

Income: Sweetwater vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$120,500
60% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,296
Avg Weekly Wage$1,050
IRS Avg AGI$69,329

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,530
County GDP$3,075M

Business (County)

Restaurants103
Healthcare159
Retail177
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,559
30% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time8.0 min
Drive Alone95.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sweetwater is $190,500, 32% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$190,500
32% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.9%
Housing Units68
Median Year Built1991

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,559
30% above US avg
Effective Rate2.39%
In Sweetwater, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.5% of residents lack health insurance. 16.5% are current smokers. 24.3% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma12.4%
COPD7.3%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.5%
18% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity26.4%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep39.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured11.5%
34% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.2%
Dental Visits61.5%
Premature Death10,019/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access72.4%
Healthcare Facilities159
Sweetwater has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.8 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.8 inches
43% below US avg
Snowfall86.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,117 ft (340 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density141/sq mi
Coordinates46.3676°N, 116.7975°W
TimezoneAmerica/Boise
County FIPS16069
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 32.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.6-point margin. 70.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.1%
D 29.5%

Winner: Republican by 38.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.7%
3% below US avg
High School+88.1%
Graduate Degree+4.0%
School Test Score5.43
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density141/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities159
Restaurants103
Retail Stores177

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute8.0 min
Drive Alone95.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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