Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.81 |
| Below Poverty | 6.5% ▼ 35% below avg |
| College Grads | 52.5% ▲ 35% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.8% ▼ 43% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 159 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,876 (17.7%) |
| Some College | 5,242 (10.5%) |
| Associates | 9,654 (19.3%) |
| Bachelors | 4,861 (9.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 21,313 (42.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $99,083 ▲ 30% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $481,819 ▲ 73% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,749/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 31,236 |
| Vacant Units | 2,616 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Boise County is located in Idaho and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 80,506 residents. With a median age of 38.66, it is a middle-aged county.
Boise County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $99,083 is above the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.8%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 6.5% is well below the national average.
Housing in Boise County is a premium housing market, with a median home value of $481,819 — significantly above the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,749. Homeownership rates are high at 81.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Boise County are primarily White (81.22%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 52.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Boise County, ID is a middle-income area in Idaho. The 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 83622 | Garden Valley | 2,131 | $75,461 | $503,800 | $959 | 1.4% | 46.0% |
| 83629 | Horseshoe Bend | 1,829 | $71,944 | $348,500 | $950 | 0.8% | 34.7% |
| 83631 | Idaho City | 1,737 | $80,968 | $373,500 | $776 | 5.9% | 34.4% |
| 83637 | Lowman | 250 | $44,551 | $180,000 | — | 18.2% | 30.9% |
| 83646 | Meridian | 74,522 | $101,040 | $488,000 | $1,814 | 2.8% | 53.6% |
| 83666 | Placerville | 37 | $78,750 | — | — | 16.7% | 5.7% |