Troy, ID

Idaho

Troy is a small town in Idaho with a population of 908. Residents earn $87,589 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
908 Population 1,149/sq mi density
$87,589 Median Income $38,032 per capita
$270,800 Home Value $492,868 Zillow
$958 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$87,589 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$270,800 home value, $958/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,589
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $270,800
4% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.7%
0% lower than US avg
Median Rent $958
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.0%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population908
Median Age44.7 yrs
Density1,149/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A+
Median Income$87,589
Per Capita$38,032
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$2,072M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$270,800
Rent$958
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$492,868

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain27.8 in/yr
Elevation2,543 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.7%
High School+96.7%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 44%
Commute29 min
Libraries7

Is Troy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Troy receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Troy stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Troy is $87,589, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Troy is $270,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $958 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Troy experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.8 inches, including 50.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Troy has a population of 908 with a density of 1,149 people per square mile. The median age is 44.7 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%), with 2.1% Hispanic.

Population

908
Total Population
1,149
People / sq mi
44.7yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Troy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Troy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Troy is $87,589, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Troy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,589
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,032
Avg Weekly Wage$946
IRS Avg AGI$75,069

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,448
County GDP$2,072M

Business (County)

Restaurants130
Healthcare112
Retail138
Manufacturing38

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,688
34% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.0 min
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Troy is $270,800, 4% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $958 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $492,868.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$270,800
4% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$492,868

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$958
18% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,688
34% above US avg
Effective Rate1.73%
In Troy, 30.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 18.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.0%
7% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity18.0%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Checkup Rate72.4%
Premature Death5,065/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access69.7%
Healthcare Facilities112

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Troy has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average46.4°F
14% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.8 inches
27% below US avg
Snowfall50.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,543 ft (775 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density1,149/sq mi
Coordinates46.7380°N, 116.7732°W
County FIPS16057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 33.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (0% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.2%
D 44.2%

Winner: Republican by 8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.7%
0% below US avg
High School+96.7%
School Test Score5.43
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,149/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities112
Restaurants130
Retail Stores138

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.0 min
Work from Home4.9%

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