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Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho had a total population of 56,447, the 7th largest city in Idaho, with a median household income of $72,338, which is 7% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.2%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Coeur d'Alene Quick Facts

Population 56,447
Median Household Income $72,338
Median Home Value $483,500
Poverty Rate 9.2%
Unemployment Rate 2.9%
Median Age 40.1 years
Homeownership Rate 59.5%
Affordability Ratio 6.7x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 31.2%
High School Graduation Rate 96.2%
Diversity Index 27/100
Population 56,447 7th of 232
Median Income $72,338 above average
Poverty Rate 9.2% 26% lower than national
Median Home Value $483,500 top 20%

How Coeur d'Alene Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population55,55856,447+1.6%
Median household income$70,845$72,338+2.1%
Median home value$451,600$483,500+7.1%

How Coeur d'Alene Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 14.4%
$25K-$50K 18.9%
$50K-$100K 33.5%
$100K+ 33.3%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
4.3%
$10K-$15K
3.1%
$15K-$20K
2.5%
$20K-$25K
4.5%
$25K-$30K
3.4%
$30K-$35K
5.0%
$35K-$40K
4.0%
$40K-$45K
3.3%
$45K-$50K
3.2%
$50K-$60K
6.6%
$60K-$75K
11.8%
$75K-$100K
15.0%
$100K-$125K
10.9%
$125K-$150K
6.9%
$150K-$200K
8.6%
$200K+
6.9%

Employment

2.9% Unemployment Rate State: 3.7%|National: 5.2%
61.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 59.5%
Renter 40.5%
Affordability Index Expensive
6.7x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,468/mo 24.4% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

27out of 100
Low Diversity

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

State average: 36 | National average: 61

Education

Coeur d'Alene Rankings in Idaho

#7 Population of 232
#83 Median Income of 213
#50 Education of 232
#26 Home Value of 216

Other Cities in Kootenai County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
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
Athol 777 $70,250 8.9% $367,700
Rockford Bay 336 $125,192 8.6% $1,112,900
Worley 230 $45,536 23.0% $175,000

Cities Similar to Coeur d'Alene

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Pocatello57,635$60,418$271,00032.6%14.8%
Twin Falls54,164$61,205$321,30024.5%11.4%
Caldwell66,516$73,058$367,30019.5%11.9%
Idaho Falls67,725$73,110$335,50031.7%11.5%
Post Falls43,391$82,183$477,40025.3%11.1%

Population Overview

Coeur d'Alene is a mid-sized community located in Idaho, within Kootenai County. The total population is 56,447. It ranks as the 7th most populous out of 232 Census-designated places in Idaho.

Age Demographics

The median age in Coeur d'Alene is 40.1 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 37.3 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Coeur d'Alene is $72,338. This is 7% lower than the state median of $77,800. It is also 10% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.2%. This is 14% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 2.9%. This is 22% lower than the state rate of 3.7%. The median home value is $483,500. Housing costs are 16% higher than the state median of $418,600. The home-value-to-income ratio of 6.7x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 59.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% lower than the state average of 72.1%.

Race & Ethnicity

Coeur d'Alene has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.3% 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 13.7%.

Education

31.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 2% 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 96.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

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

Coeur d'Alene, Idaho has a population of 56,447 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Coeur d'Alene is $72,338, which is 10% lower than the national median of $80,734.

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

The poverty rate in Coeur d'Alene is 9.2%. This means approximately 5,065 residents live below the federal poverty line.

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

Coeur d'Alene's population is 85.3% White, 0.5% Black, 5.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.9% Asian.

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

The median home value in Coeur d'Alene is $483,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 6.7x.

How educated is Coeur d'Alene, Idaho?

31.2% of adults (25+) in Coeur d'Alene hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.