Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 51.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
| Below Poverty | 11.3% ▲ 13% above avg |
| College Grads | 29.6% ▼ 24% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.5% ▼ 29% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 25 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,295 (32.6%) |
| Some College | 1,030 (14.6%) |
| Associates | 1,607 (22.8%) |
| Bachelors | 644 (9.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,449 (20.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,853 ▼ 22% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $254,504 ▼ 9% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $839/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 4,840 |
| Vacant Units | 1,007 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Clearwater County is located in Idaho and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 9,448 residents. With a median age of 51.65, it is a mature county.
Clearwater County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $59,852 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 11.3% is above the national average.
Housing in Clearwater County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $254,504 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $838. Homeownership rates are high at 81.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Clearwater County are primarily White (88.92%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 29.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Clearwater County, ID is a solidly middle-class area in Idaho. The 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 83520 | Ahsahka | 180 | $26,346 | $159,400 | — | 12.0% | 5.4% |
| 83827 | Elk River | 161 | $54,808 | $225,000 | — | 0.0% | 16.4% |
| 83541 | Lenore | 1,059 | $62,917 | $309,500 | $832 | 3.7% | 39.8% |
| 83544 | Orofino | 6,476 | $64,614 | $259,600 | $879 | 3.4% | 31.5% |
| 83546 | Pierce | 527 | $52,656 | $179,200 | $850 | 1.0% | 22.3% |
| 83553 | Weippe | 1,045 | $37,419 | $226,100 | $592 | 4.1% | 17.6% |