Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 58.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.15 |
| Below Poverty | 12.2% ▲ 22% above avg |
| College Grads | 38.7% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 2.8% ▼ 43% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 883 (26.9%) |
| Some College | 411 (12.5%) |
| Associates | 684 (20.8%) |
| Bachelors | 458 (13.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 852 (25.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,859 ▼ 27% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $329,103 ▲ 18% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $678/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 2,943 |
| Vacant Units | 1,121 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Custer County is located in Idaho and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 4,109 residents. With a median age of 58.71, it is an older county.
Custer County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $55,858 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.8%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 12.2% is above the national average.
Housing in Custer County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $329,103 — above the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $677. Homeownership rates are high at 78.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Custer County are primarily White (88.86%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 38.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Custer County, ID is a solidly middle-class area in Idaho. The 5 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.