Weippe, ID

Idaho

Weippe is a small town in Idaho with a population of 382. Residents earn $29,167 per year, which is 61% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
382 Population 955/sq mi density
$29,167 Median Income $21,152 per capita
$113,000 Home Value $249,817 Zillow
$625 Median Rent 23.3% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$29,167 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$113,000 home value, $625/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,167
61% lower than US avg
Home Value $113,000
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.4%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $625
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.3%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.4%
8% higher than US avg

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

People

Population382
Median Age62.4 yrs
Density955/mi²
Male / Female40% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans8.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$29,167
Per Capita$21,152
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.4%
County GDP$474M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$113,000
Rent$625
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$249,817
Rent Burden23.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Elevation3,027 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.4%
High School+80.2%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute30 min
Broadband75.3%
Libraries4

Is Weippe a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Weippe receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Weippe offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Weippe is $29,167, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Weippe is $113,000, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Weippe has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches, including 113.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Weippe has a population of 382 with a density of 955 people per square mile. The median age is 62.4 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.1%), with 5.2% Hispanic.

Population

382
Total Population
955
People / sq mi
62.4yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.5%
Female 60.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Weippe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Weippe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Weippe is $29,167, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Weippe vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,167
61% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,152
Avg Weekly Wage$972
IRS Avg AGI$63,512

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.4%
8% above US avg
Establishments (County)357
County GDP$474M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare21
Retail34
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,842
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.9 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Weippe is $113,000, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $249,817.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$113,000
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$249,817

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$625
46% below US avg
Rent Burden23.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,842
19% below US avg
Effective Rate2.52%
In Weippe, 31.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.0% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.3%
2% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.1%
Checkup Rate71.5%
Premature Death10,737/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access37.3%
Healthcare Facilities21

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Weippe has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall113.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,027 ft (923 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density955/sq mi
Coordinates46.3783°N, 115.9388°W
County FIPS16035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.8-point margin. 75.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.4%
D 17.5%

Winner: Republican by 62.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.4%
78% below US avg
High School+80.2%
School Test Score5.43
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density955/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.3%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants31
Retail Stores34

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.9 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.0%

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