Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
| Below Poverty | 8.7% ▼ 14% below avg |
| College Grads | 52.6% ▲ 36% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.1% ▼ 37% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 3,180 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 52,961 (18.2%) |
| Some College | 33,650 (11.6%) |
| Associates | 48,044 (16.5%) |
| Bachelors | 25,424 (8.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 127,529 (43.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $89,753 ▲ 18% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $492,705 ▲ 77% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,537/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 179,873 |
| Vacant Units | 7,961 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Ada County is located in Idaho and encompasses 34 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 436,712 residents. With a median age of 38.61, it is a middle-aged county.
Ada County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $89,753 is above the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 8.7% is near the national average.
Housing in Ada County is a premium housing market, with a median home value of $492,705 — significantly above the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,537. Homeownership rates are high at 71.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Ada County are primarily White (81.65%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 52.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Ada County, ID is a middle-income area in Idaho. The 34 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 83702 | Boise | 23,981 | $82,586 | $708,000 | $1,175 | 3.2% | 65.7% |
| 83703 | Boise | 17,566 | $74,415 | $477,000 | $1,336 | 1.8% | 60.0% |
| 83704 | Boise | 41,406 | $70,806 | $354,400 | $1,363 | 3.4% | 42.4% |
| 83705 | Boise | 27,542 | $62,605 | $378,800 | $1,166 | 4.8% | 47.0% |
| 83706 | Boise | 36,183 | $81,101 | $488,900 | $1,378 | 6.3% | 62.8% |
| 83709 | Boise | 58,631 | $88,893 | $440,700 | $1,743 | 1.9% | 48.2% |
| 83712 | Boise | 9,312 | $105,764 | $757,700 | $1,368 | 0.9% | 69.5% |
| 83713 | Boise | 29,992 | $86,419 | $421,600 | $1,716 | 2.7% | 50.1% |
| 83716 | Boise | 21,091 | $125,827 | $573,300 | $1,949 | 2.0% | 66.7% |
| 83616 | Eagle | 34,736 | $118,013 | $720,300 | $1,752 | 1.4% | 61.8% |
| 83714 | Garden City | 26,989 | $86,114 | $468,100 | $1,384 | 5.2% | 52.4% |
| 83634 | Kuna | 35,506 | $93,084 | $414,900 | $1,557 | 2.8% | 35.9% |
| 83642 | Meridian | 58,049 | $96,361 | $492,300 | $1,629 | 2.0% | 53.9% |
| 83669 | Star | 15,728 | $98,768 | $535,500 | $1,633 | 5.1% | 42.7% |