Wardner, ID

Idaho · Metropolitan Area

Wardner is a small town in Idaho with a population of 300.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
300 Population 345/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $37,120 per capita
$302,900 Home Value $296,696 Zillow
$1,119 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $302,900
7% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.6%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,119
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population300
Median Age31.1 yrs
Density345/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$37,120
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$11,539M
Commute31 min

Housing

Home Value$302,900
Rent$1,119
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$296,696

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain33.9 in/yr
Elevation3,196 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.6%
High School+99.6%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute31 min
Libraries8

Is Wardner a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wardner receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Wardner has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wardner is $302,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,119 per month.

Education

17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Wardner experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.9 inches, including 52.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Wardner has a population of 300 with a density of 345 people per square mile. The median age is 31.1 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 2% Black.

Population

300
Total Population
345
People / sq mi
31.1yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.3%
Female 57.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Wardner vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.2%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.8%
64% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wardner vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wardner is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Wardner vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$37,120
Avg Weekly Wage$1,075
IRS Avg AGI$86,805

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,717
County GDP$11,539M

Business (County)

Restaurants482
Healthcare652
Retail635
Manufacturing273

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,301
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.1 min
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Wardner is $302,900, 7% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,119 (4% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $296,696.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$302,900
7% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$296,696

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,119
4% 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-Occupied48.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,301
23% above US avg
Effective Rate1.42%
In Wardner, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 27.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma12.1%
COPD8.5%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity27.5%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.0%
Checkup Rate71.5%
Premature Death6,562/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access79.2%
Healthcare Facilities652

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Wardner has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.7°F
14% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.9 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall52.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,196 ft (974 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density345/sq mi
Coordinates47.5190°N, 116.1357°W
County FIPS16055
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.8%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 51.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.6%
48% below US avg
High School+99.6%
School Test Score5.43
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density345/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities652
Restaurants482
Retail Stores635

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.1 min
Work from Home2.9%

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