Buhl city, Idaho Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Buhl city, Idaho Demographics
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As of 2026, Buhl city, Idaho has a total population of 4,624, the 38th largest city in Idaho, with a median household income of $46,217, which is 38% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.2%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 38% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.

Buhl city Quick Facts

Population 4,624

Median Household Income $46,217

Median Home Value $192,600

Poverty Rate 7.2%

Unemployment Rate 4.3%

Median Age 35.5 years

Homeownership Rate 78.6%

Affordability Ratio 4.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 14.1%

High School Graduation Rate 74.1%

Diversity Index 46/100

Population 4,624 38th of 234

Median Income $46,217 bottom 20%

Poverty Rate 7.2% 42% lower national

Median Home Value $192,600 bottom 30%

How Buhl city Compares

Median Household Income

Buhl city

$46,217

$74,636

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Buhl city

$192,600

$376,000

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.5%

$25K-$50K 38.6%

$50K-$100K 31.7%

$100K+ 16.2%

Employment

4.3% Unemployment Rate State: 3.7% | National: 5.2%

61.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 78.6%

Renter 21.4%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.2x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

28.6%

18-34

20.5%

35-54

22.2%

55-74

21.0%

75+

7.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 35 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Buhl city Rankings in Idaho

#38 Population of 234

#184 Median Income of 234

#161 Education of 234

#155 Home Value of 234

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Cities Similar to Buhl city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
American Falls city	4,636	$58,376	$172,800	13.7%	7.1%
Weiser city	5,803	$45,463	$196,200	14.4%	18.9%
Shelley city	4,987	$63,864	$267,200	21.7%	9.2%
St. Anthony city	3,818	$52,446	$199,600	11.3%	21.1%
Kimberly city	4,883	$76,587	$289,500	21.8%	17.7%

Population Overview

Buhl city is a small community located in Idaho. The total population is 4,624. It ranks as the 38th most populous out of 234 cities and towns in Idaho.

Age Demographics

The median age in Buhl city is 35.5 years. This is 4% lower than the state median of 37.1 years. With 28.6% of the population under 18, Buhl city has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Buhl city is $46,217. This is 38% lower than the state median of $74,636. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 41% lower. The poverty rate stands at 7.2%. This is 33% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 4.3%. This is 16% higher than the state rate of 3.7%. The median home value is $192,600. Housing costs are 49% lower than the state median of $376,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.2x. 78.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% higher than the state average of 72.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Buhl city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 66.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 31.0%. The Black or African American population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 0.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (31.0% vs 13.3%).

Education

14.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 55% lower than the state rate of 31.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 74.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Buhl city, Idaho is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Idaho state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 234 Census-designated places in Idaho. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Buhl city, Idaho?

Buhl city, Idaho has a population of 4,624 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Buhl city, ID?

The median household income in Buhl city is $46,217, which is 41% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Buhl city, ID?

The poverty rate in Buhl city is 7.2%. This means approximately 326 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Buhl city, Idaho?

Buhl city's population is 66.6% White, 0.1% Black, 31.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Buhl city, ID?

The median home value in Buhl city is $192,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.2x.

How educated is Buhl city, Idaho?

14.1% of adults (25+) in Buhl city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.