Gannett, Idaho Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Gannett, Idaho had a total population of 284, the 175th largest community in Idaho. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Gannett Quick Facts
How Gannett 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 | 348 | 284 | -18.4% |
| Median home value | $261,800 | $255,200 | -2.5% |
How Gannett 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+)
Gannett Rankings in Idaho
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Other Cities in Blaine County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hailey | 9,665 | $90,760 | 7.3% | $637,800 |
| Ketchum | 3,594 | $93,046 | 5.2% | $824,000 |
| Bellevue | 2,588 | $72,712 | 9.3% | $539,000 |
| Sun Valley | 1,460 | $125,987 | 6.0% | $962,500 |
| Carey | 1,196 | $59,375 | 3.6% | $311,800 |
Cities Similar to Gannett
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swan Valley | 281 | N/A | $672,400 | 43.4% | 15.3% |
| Wardner | 281 | $37,122 | $312,500 | 18.9% | 7.6% |
| Winchester | 302 | $45,208 | $225,000 | 17.6% | 27.2% |
| East Hope | 265 | $93,000 | $440,900 | 42.6% | 4.2% |
| Onaway | 263 | $78,750 | $242,300 | 9.9% | 15.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 284, Gannett's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Gannett is a small community located in Idaho, within Blaine County. The total population is 284. It ranks as the 175th most populous out of 232 Census-designated places in Idaho.
Age Demographics
The median age in Gannett is 57.5 years. This is 54% higher than the state median of 37.3 years. Only 8.5% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 17.3% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Gannett. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The survey records no unemployed residents in Gannett, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $255,200. Housing costs are 39% lower than the state median of $418,600. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 39% higher than the state average of 72.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Gannett is Hispanic or Latino, making up 77.1% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 22.2%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (22.2%) is well below the state average of 78.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (77.1% vs 13.7%).
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 47.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Gannett, 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 Gannett, Idaho?
Gannett, Idaho has a population of 284 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Gannett, ID?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Gannett — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Gannett, ID?
The ACS sample for Gannett recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Gannett, Idaho?
Gannett's population is 22.2% White, 0.0% Black, 77.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Gannett, ID?
The median home value in Gannett is $255,200.
How educated is Gannett, Idaho?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Gannett hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.