Coeur d'Alene city, Idaho Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Coeur d'Alene city, Idaho Demographics
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As of 2026, Coeur d'Alene city, Idaho has a total population of 55,558, the 7th largest city in Idaho, with a median household income of $70,845, which is 5% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.3%.

Coeur d'Alene city Quick Facts

Population 55,558

Median Household Income $70,845

Median Home Value $451,600

Poverty Rate 8.3%

Unemployment Rate 2.8%

Median Age 40.1 years

Homeownership Rate 59.7%

Affordability Ratio 6.4x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 30.5%

High School Graduation Rate 95.6%

Diversity Index 25/100

Population 55,558 7th of 234

Median Income $70,845 above average

Poverty Rate 8.3% 33% lower national

Median Home Value $451,600 top 10%

How Coeur d'Alene city Compares

Median Household Income

Coeur d'Alene city

$70,845

$74,636

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Coeur d'Alene city

$451,600

$376,000

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.2%

$25K-$50K 21.9%

$50K-$100K 33.3%

$100K+ 31.5%

Employment

2.8% Unemployment Rate State: 3.7% | National: 5.2%

62.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 59.7%

Renter 40.3%

Affordability Index Expensive

6.4x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.1%

18-34

22.8%

35-54

26.3%

55-74

22.2%

75+

8.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 35 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Coeur d'Alene city Rankings in Idaho

#7 Population of 234

#78 Median Income of 234

#49 Education of 234

#22 Home Value of 234

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Cities Similar to Coeur d'Alene city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Twin Falls city	53,219	$60,760	$279,400	22.7%	10.8%
Pocatello city	57,152	$57,931	$240,600	32.9%	13.9%
Caldwell city	63,465	$66,663	$322,100	17.8%	13.3%
Idaho Falls city	66,672	$69,630	$298,600	31.0%	12.0%
Post Falls city	41,716	$73,313	$425,100	23.4%	13.0%

Population Overview

Coeur d'Alene city is a mid-sized community located in Idaho. The total population is 55,558. It ranks as the 7th most populous out of 234 cities and towns in Idaho.

Age Demographics

The median age in Coeur d'Alene city is 40.1 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 37.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Coeur d'Alene city is $70,845. This is 5% lower than the state median of $74,636. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 10% lower. The poverty rate stands at 8.3%. This is 22% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 2.8%. This is 24% lower than the state rate of 3.7%. The median home value is $451,600. Housing costs are 20% higher than the state median of $376,000. The home-value-to-income ratio of 6.4x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 59.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% lower than the state average of 72.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Coeur d'Alene city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.0%) is well below the state average of 13.3%.

Education

30.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 2% 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 95.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Coeur d'Alene 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 Coeur d'Alene city, Idaho?

Coeur d'Alene city, Idaho has a population of 55,558 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Coeur d'Alene city, ID?

The median household income in Coeur d'Alene city is $70,845, which is 10% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Coeur d'Alene city, ID?

The poverty rate in Coeur d'Alene city is 8.3%. This means approximately 4,500 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Coeur d'Alene city, Idaho?

Coeur d'Alene city's population is 86.1% White, 0.4% Black, 5.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.1% Asian.

What is the median home value in Coeur d'Alene city, ID?

The median home value in Coeur d'Alene city is $451,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 6.4x.

How educated is Coeur d'Alene city, Idaho?

30.5% of adults (25+) in Coeur d'Alene city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.