Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
| Below Poverty | 12.9% ▲ 29% above avg |
| College Grads | 38.5% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 3.0% ▼ 39% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 312 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,185 (27.1%) |
| Some College | 3,940 (14.9%) |
| Associates | 4,870 (18.4%) |
| Bachelors | 3,313 (12.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,892 (26%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $71,152 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $289,718 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $941/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 17,670 |
| Vacant Units | 1,043 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Nez Perce County is located in Idaho and encompasses 4 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 40,935 residents. With a median age of 40.59, it is a middle-aged county.
Nez Perce County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $71,152 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 12.9% is above the national average.
Housing in Nez Perce County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $289,718 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $940. Homeownership rates are high at 71.5%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Nez Perce County are primarily White (85.81%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 38.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Nez Perce County, ID is a solidly middle-class area in Idaho. The 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 83524 | Culdesac | 937 | $66,250 | $226,700 | $888 | 5.1% | 28.9% |
| 83540 | Lapwai | 2,080 | $60,885 | $189,900 | $846 | 6.3% | 28.9% |
| 83501 | Lewiston | 37,478 | $71,909 | $297,300 | $948 | 2.7% | 39.5% |
| 83545 | Peck | 440 | $65,673 | $250,000 | $881 | 6.5% | 26.2% |