Home Value $131,300

53% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 18.8%

44% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 23.9%

26% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 37.5%

202% higher than US avg

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

People

Population51

Median Age72.3 yrs

Density729/mi²

Male / Female63% / 37%

Largest GroupWhite 86%

Veterans48.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$14,714

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty37.5%

County GDP$223M

Commute25 min

Housing

Home Value$131,300

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$473,748

Housing Units56

Rent Burden25.3%

Health

Obesity23.9%

Uninsured6.3%

Smoking9.3%

Depression18.1%

Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)

AQI33 (Good)

Rain23.5 in/yr

Sunny Days276/yr

Elevation1,582 ft (482 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+18.8%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+10.9%

School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%

Commute25 min

Broadband34.0%

Libraries4

Is White Bird a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, White Bird receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. White Bird 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 0.0%. The poverty rate of 37.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in White Bird is $131,300, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

White Bird experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.5 inches, including 38.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

White Bird has a population of 51 with a density of 729 people per square mile. The median age is 72.3 years, 86% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.3%), with 7.8% Hispanic.

Population

Total Population

729

People / sq mi

72.3yrs

Median Age

86% above US avg

0.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.7%

Female 37.3%

Race & Ethnicity

White Bird vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	90.0%
	15% above US avg
Spanish	10.0%
	25% below US avg

Social Characteristics

White Bird vs U.S. Average

The median household income in White Bird is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 37.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: White Bird vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$14,714
Avg Weekly Wage	$837
IRS Avg AGI	$58,869

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	37.5%
	202% above US avg
Establishments (County)	234
County GDP	$223M

Business (County)

Restaurants	15
Healthcare	12
Retail	14
Manufacturing	5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,080
	41% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	1.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	25.3 min
Drive Alone	10.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	40.0%

Walkability

The median home value in White Bird is $131,300, 53% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $473,748.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$131,300
	53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$473,748

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	25.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	76.5%
Housing Units	56
Median Year Built	1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,080
	41% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.58%

In White Bird, 23.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.3% of residents lack health insurance. 9.3% are current smokers. 18.1% report depression. 15.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: White Bird vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	23.9%
	26% below US avg
Diabetes	6.7%
Heart Disease	4.9%
High Blood Pressure	23.0%
Asthma	8.4%
COPD	4.8%
Cancer	6.5%
Stroke	2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	9.3%
	34% below US avg
Binge Drinking	14.1%
Physical Inactivity	15.2%
Depression	18.1%
Mental Distress	12.9%
Physical Distress	9.8%
Short Sleep	21.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	86.0%
Uninsured	6.3%
	27% below US avg
Checkup Rate	58.0%
Dental Visits	57.8%
Premature Death	13,688/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.2/10
Exercise Access	43.0%
Healthcare Facilities	12

White Bird has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.5 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)

Annual Average	47.5°F
	12% below US avg
January Average	31°F (-0°C)
July Average	68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	23.5 inches
	38% below US avg
Snowfall	38.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	33.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,582 ft (482 m)
Area	0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density	729/sq mi
Coordinates	45.7627°N, 116.3004°W
Timezone	America/Boise
County FIPS	16061

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65-point margin. 34.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.6%

D 16.6%

Winner: Republican by 65 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	18.8%
	44% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	10.9%
School Test Score	5.43

C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	729/sq mi
Total Area	0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	34.0%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	12
Restaurants	15
Retail Stores	14

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	25.3 min
Drive Alone	10.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	40.0%

White Bird, ID

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is White Bird a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

White Bird vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

White Bird vs U.S. Average

Income: White Bird vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Health Metrics: White Bird vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities