Athol, Idaho Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Athol, Idaho had a total population of 777, the 121st largest city in Idaho, with a median household income of $70,250, which is 10% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Athol Quick Facts
How Athol Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 830 | 777 | -6.4% |
| Median household income | $62,946 | $70,250 | +11.6% |
| Median home value | $269,600 | $367,700 | +36.4% |
How Athol Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 36 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Athol Rankings in Idaho
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Other Cities in Kootenai County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coeur d'Alene | 56,447 | $72,338 | 9.2% | $483,500 |
| Post Falls | 43,391 | $82,183 | 11.1% | $477,400 |
| Hayden | 16,338 | $82,958 | 7.8% | $494,500 |
| Rathdrum | 10,874 | $86,563 | 12.4% | $444,100 |
| Dalton Gardens | 2,496 | $80,000 | 4.6% | $803,600 |
| Spirit Lake | 1,972 | $65,192 | 6.7% | $436,600 |
| Hauser | 932 | $74,792 | 5.8% | $375,700 |
| Hayden Lake | 834 | $108,750 | 8.3% | $792,700 |
| Rockford Bay | 336 | $125,192 | 8.6% | $1,112,900 |
| Worley | 230 | $45,536 | 23.0% | $175,000 |
Cities Similar to Athol
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgetown | 739 | $70,179 | $197,700 | 19.6% | 11.1% |
| Horseshoe Bend | 758 | $65,500 | $276,900 | 22.5% | 17.2% |
| Oakley | 830 | $78,750 | $233,500 | 28.3% | 9.2% |
| Clifton | 788 | $89,583 | $339,400 | 24.6% | 2.4% |
| Downey | 803 | $56,667 | $173,800 | 23.3% | 16.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 777, Athol's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Athol is a small community located in Idaho, within Kootenai County. The total population is 777. It ranks as the 121st most populous out of 232 Census-designated places in Idaho.
Age Demographics
The median age in Athol is 42.9 years. This is 15% higher than the state median of 37.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Athol is $70,250. This is 10% lower than the state median of $77,800. It is also 13% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.9%. This is 16% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 7.6%. This is 104% higher than the state rate of 3.7%. The median home value is $367,700. Housing costs are 12% lower than the state median of $418,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.2x. 83.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 72.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Athol is White (non-Hispanic), making up 72.3% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 13.1%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (2.1% vs 1.3%).
Education
14.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 54% lower than the state rate of 31.8%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 89.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Athol, Idaho is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Idaho state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 232 Census-designated places in Idaho. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Athol, Idaho?
Athol, Idaho has a population of 777 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Athol, ID?
The median household income in Athol is $70,250, which is 13% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Athol, ID?
The poverty rate in Athol is 8.9%. This means approximately 69 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Athol, Idaho?
Athol's population is 72.3% White, 0.0% Black, 13.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Athol, ID?
The median home value in Athol is $367,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.2x.
How educated is Athol, Idaho?
14.8% of adults (25+) in Athol hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.