Weston, ID

Idaho · Metropolitan Area

Weston is a small town in Idaho with a population of 586. Residents earn $85,588 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
586 Population 308/sq mi density
$85,588 Median Income $24,824 per capita
$315,500 Home Value
$1,125 Median Rent 19.5% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$85,588 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$315,500 home value, $1,125/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,588
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $315,500
12% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.8%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,125
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.4%
89% lower than US avg

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

People

Population586
Median Age26.0 yrs
Density308/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans3.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$85,588
Per Capita$24,824
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$635M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$315,500
Rent$1,125
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden19.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain17.3 in/yr
Elevation4,739 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.8%
High School+94.6%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 10%
Commute31 min
Broadband97.4%
Libraries1

Is Weston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Weston receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Weston stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Weston is $85,588, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.4% 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 Weston is $315,500, 12% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,125 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

26.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Weston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.3 inches, including 52.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Weston has a population of 586 with a density of 308 people per square mile. The median age is 26.0 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.1%), with 12.6% Hispanic.

Population

586
Total Population
308
People / sq mi
26.0yrs
Median Age
33% below US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Weston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Weston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Weston is $85,588, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Weston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,588
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$24,824
Avg Weekly Wage$854
IRS Avg AGI$70,633

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
89% below US avg
Establishments (County)561
County GDP$635M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare33
Retail47
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,686
23% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.7 min
Drive Alone89.4%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Weston is $315,500, 12% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,125 (3% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$315,500
12% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,125
3% below US avg
Rent Burden19.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,686
23% below US avg
Effective Rate0.85%
In Weston, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Checkup Rate70.5%
Premature Death6,104/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access62.0%
Healthcare Facilities33

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Weston has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.3 inches
54% below US avg
Snowfall52.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,739 ft (1,444 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density308/sq mi
Coordinates42.0362°N, 111.9778°W
County FIPS16041
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 26.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 77.6-point margin. 97.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.4%
D 9.8%

Winner: Republican by 77.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.8%
20% below US avg
High School+94.6%
School Test Score5.43
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density308/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants23
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.7 min
Drive Alone89.4%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home7.1%

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