Emmett, Idaho Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Emmett, Idaho had a total population of 8,275, the 29th largest city in Idaho, with a median household income of $58,750, which is 24% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.1%.
Emmett Quick Facts
How Emmett 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 | 7,948 | 8,275 | +4.1% |
| Median household income | $58,523 | $58,750 | +0.4% |
| Median home value | $299,000 | $342,000 | +14.4% |
How Emmett 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
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 36 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Emmett Rankings in Idaho
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Other Cities in Gem County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Letha | 109 | $85,761 | 8.3% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Emmett
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Payette | 8,536 | $55,208 | $276,500 | 11.9% | 13.9% |
| Sandpoint | 9,637 | $72,289 | $465,600 | 36.5% | 14.6% |
| Fruitland | 6,663 | $65,457 | $329,600 | 16.8% | 8.8% |
| Rupert | 6,190 | $54,741 | $205,200 | 9.1% | 19.4% |
| Preston | 5,928 | $61,039 | $350,300 | 17.3% | 11.0% |
Population Overview
Emmett is a small city located in Idaho, within Gem County. The total population is 8,275. It ranks as the 29th most populous out of 232 Census-designated places in Idaho.
Age Demographics
The median age in Emmett is 36.3 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 37.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Emmett is $58,750. This is 24% lower than the state median of $77,800. It is also 27% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.3%. This is 73% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 2.1%. This is 43% lower than the state rate of 3.7%. The median home value is $342,000. Housing costs are 18% lower than the state median of $418,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.8x. 61.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% lower than the state average of 72.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Emmett is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 14.7%. The Black or African American population (0.0%) is well below the state average of 0.7%.
Education
14.6% 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 82.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Emmett, 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 Emmett, Idaho?
Emmett, Idaho has a population of 8,275 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Emmett, ID?
The median household income in Emmett is $58,750, which is 27% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Emmett, ID?
The poverty rate in Emmett is 18.3%. This means approximately 1,413 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Emmett, Idaho?
Emmett's population is 79.2% White, 0.0% Black, 14.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Emmett, ID?
The median home value in Emmett is $342,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.8x.
How educated is Emmett, Idaho?
14.6% of adults (25+) in Emmett hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.