Teton, ID

Idaho

Teton is a small town in Idaho with a population of 786. Residents earn $77,667 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
786 Population 1,139/sq mi density
$77,667 Median Income $35,196 per capita
$278,800 Home Value $389,417 Zillow
$869 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$77,667 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$278,800 home value, $869/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,667
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $278,800
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $869
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.6%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.5%
64% lower than US avg

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

People

Population786
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density1,139/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A
Median Income$77,667
Per Capita$35,196
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$2,007M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$278,800
Rent$869
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$389,417
Rent Burden17.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI33 (Good)
Elevation4,950 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+88.4%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 16%
Commute25 min
Libraries4

Is Teton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Teton receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Teton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Teton is $77,667, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Teton is $278,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $869 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Teton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Teton has a population of 786 with a density of 1,139 people per square mile. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.6%).

Population

786
Total Population
1,139
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Teton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only72.9%
7% below US avg
Spanish27.1%
102% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Teton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Teton is $77,667, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Teton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,667
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,196
Avg Weekly Wage$814
IRS Avg AGI$58,276

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,707
County GDP$2,007M

Business (County)

Restaurants83
Healthcare138
Retail157
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,660
5% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Work from Home11.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Teton is $278,800, 1% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $869 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $389,417.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$278,800
1% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$389,417

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$869
25% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,136
1 Bedroom$1,143
2 Bedrooms$1,323
3 Bedrooms$1,769
4 Bedrooms$2,219

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,660
5% above US avg
Effective Rate1.31%
In Teton, 31.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.3% report depression. 21.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.6%
2% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure26.1%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity21.1%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.4%
Checkup Rate71.6%
Premature Death5,017/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access89.8%
Healthcare Facilities138

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Teton has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average42.7°F
21% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,950 ft (1,509 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density1,139/sq mi
Coordinates43.8878°N, 111.6723°W
County FIPS16065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.2%
D 15.9%

Winner: Republican by 64.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.3%
58% below US avg
High School+88.4%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,139/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities138
Restaurants83
Retail Stores157

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Work from Home11.1%

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