Worley, ID

Idaho

Worley is a small town in Idaho with a population of 249. Residents earn $46,607 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
249 Population 1,311/sq mi density
$46,607 Median Income $27,145 per capita
$139,600 Home Value $822,039 Zillow
$1,028 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$46,607 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$139,600 home value, $1,028/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,607
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $139,600
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.6%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,028
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.3%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.7%
59% higher than US avg

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

People

Population249
Median Age35.4 yrs
Density1,311/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 49%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,607
Per Capita$27,145
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty19.7%
County GDP$558M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$139,600
Rent$1,028
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$822,039

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain28.5 in/yr
Elevation2,646 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.6%
High School+91.9%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute23 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries4

Is Worley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Worley receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Worley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Worley is $46,607, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. The poverty rate of 19.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Worley is $139,600, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,028 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Worley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Worley has a population of 249 with a density of 1,311 people per square mile. The median age is 35.4 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (49.4%), with 41.8% Hispanic.

Population

249
Total Population
1,311
People / sq mi
35.4yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Worley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.0%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.0%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Worley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Worley is $46,607, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Worley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,607
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,145
Avg Weekly Wage$1,080
IRS Avg AGI$58,676

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.7%
59% above US avg
Establishments (County)427
County GDP$558M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare12
Retail31
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,821
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.7 min
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Worley is $139,600, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,028 (12% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $822,039.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$139,600
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$822,039

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,028
12% 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-Occupied67.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,821
19% below US avg
Effective Rate2.02%
In Worley, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 20.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.3%
7% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma12.0%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity20.1%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.7%
Checkup Rate71.2%
Premature Death11,075/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access58.8%
Healthcare Facilities12

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Worley has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average46.5°F
14% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.5 inches
25% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,646 ft (807 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,311/sq mi
Coordinates47.4005°N, 116.9193°W
County FIPS16009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.4-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.6%
D 18.2%

Winner: Republican by 61.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.6%
69% below US avg
High School+91.9%
School Test Score5.43
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,311/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants29
Retail Stores31

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.7 min
Work from Home4.1%

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