Blackfoot, Idaho Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Blackfoot, Idaho had a total population of 12,782, the 21st largest city in Idaho, with a median household income of $64,032, which is 18% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Blackfoot Quick Facts
How Blackfoot 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 | 12,628 | 12,782 | +1.2% |
| Median household income | $69,091 | $64,032 | -7.3% |
| Median home value | $225,900 | $262,500 | +16.2% |
How Blackfoot 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+)
Blackfoot Rankings in Idaho
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Other Cities in Bingham County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shelley | 5,092 | $77,563 | 10.8% | $295,200 |
| Aberdeen | 2,564 | $82,619 | 14.2% | $174,500 |
| Groveland | 1,422 | $76,094 | 2.0% | $359,600 |
| Moreland | 1,326 | $60,682 | 19.7% | $248,500 |
| Riverside | 867 | $105,625 | 0.0% | $279,000 |
| Basalt | 569 | $78,472 | 1.4% | $306,600 |
| Rockford | 492 | $111,583 | 26.8% | $370,400 |
| Firth | 429 | $56,250 | 12.1% | $235,400 |
Cities Similar to Blackfoot
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jerome | 12,930 | $66,894 | $225,400 | 11.0% | 11.2% |
| Garden City | 12,654 | $70,124 | $449,500 | 39.2% | 12.0% |
| Burley | 11,958 | $67,468 | $231,300 | 15.9% | 15.3% |
| Mountain Home | 16,493 | $63,125 | $309,400 | 22.0% | 11.4% |
| Rathdrum | 10,874 | $86,563 | $444,100 | 24.8% | 12.4% |
Population Overview
Blackfoot is a small city located in Idaho, within Bingham County. The total population is 12,782. It ranks as the 21st most populous out of 232 Census-designated places in Idaho.
Age Demographics
The median age in Blackfoot is 34.7 years. This is 7% lower than the state median of 37.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Blackfoot is $64,032. This is 18% lower than the state median of $77,800. It is also 21% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.6%. This is about the same as the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 7.8%. This is 108% higher than the state rate of 3.7%. The median home value is $262,500. Housing costs are 37% lower than the state median of $418,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x. 69.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% lower than the state average of 72.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Blackfoot is White (non-Hispanic), making up 75.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 18.6%. The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 0.7%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 1.3%.
Education
24.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 22% 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 89.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Blackfoot, 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 Blackfoot, Idaho?
Blackfoot, Idaho has a population of 12,782 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Blackfoot, ID?
The median household income in Blackfoot is $64,032, which is 21% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Blackfoot, ID?
The poverty rate in Blackfoot is 10.6%. This means approximately 1,307 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Blackfoot, Idaho?
Blackfoot's population is 75.4% White, 0.3% Black, 18.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Blackfoot, ID?
The median home value in Blackfoot is $262,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x.
How educated is Blackfoot, Idaho?
24.7% of adults (25+) in Blackfoot hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.