Garden City, Idaho Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Garden City, Idaho had a total population of 12,654, the 22nd largest city in Idaho, with a median household income of $70,124, which is 10% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Garden City Quick Facts
How Garden City 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 | 12,483 | 12,654 | +1.4% |
| Median household income | $66,859 | $70,124 | +4.9% |
| Median home value | $411,400 | $449,500 | +9.3% |
How Garden City 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+)
Garden City Rankings in Idaho
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Other Cities in Ada County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boise City | 237,242 | $83,904 | 10.6% | $484,800 |
| Meridian | 130,138 | $100,795 | 6.0% | $531,600 |
| Eagle | 32,855 | $122,894 | 6.1% | $772,900 |
| Kuna | 27,158 | $96,219 | 6.8% | $423,900 |
| Star | 14,745 | $97,936 | 5.8% | $564,300 |
| Hidden Springs | 3,378 | $163,203 | 7.2% | $773,500 |
| Avimor | 586 | $94,306 | 3.6% | $530,100 |
Cities Similar to Garden City
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jerome | 12,930 | $66,894 | $225,400 | 11.0% | 11.2% |
| Blackfoot | 12,782 | $64,032 | $262,500 | 24.7% | 10.6% |
| Burley | 11,958 | $67,468 | $231,300 | 15.9% | 15.3% |
| Rathdrum | 10,874 | $86,563 | $444,100 | 24.8% | 12.4% |
| Sandpoint | 9,637 | $72,289 | $465,600 | 36.5% | 14.6% |
Population Overview
Garden City is a small city located in Idaho, within Ada County. The total population is 12,654. It ranks as the 22nd most populous out of 232 Census-designated places in Idaho.
Age Demographics
The median age in Garden City is 42.3 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 37.3 years. 11.7% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Garden City is $70,124. This is 10% lower than the state median of $77,800. It is also 13% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.0%. This is 14% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 3.4%. This is 9% lower than the state rate of 3.7%. The median home value is $449,500. Housing costs are 7% higher than the state median of $418,600. The home-value-to-income ratio of 6.4x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 63.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% lower than the state average of 72.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Garden City is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.3% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 12.4%.
Education
39.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 23% higher 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 91.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Garden City, 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 Garden City, Idaho?
Garden City, Idaho has a population of 12,654 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Garden City, ID?
The median household income in Garden City is $70,124, which is 13% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Garden City, ID?
The poverty rate in Garden City is 12.0%. This means approximately 1,487 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Garden City, Idaho?
Garden City's population is 81.3% White, 0.7% Black, 12.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.7% Asian.
What is the median home value in Garden City, ID?
The median home value in Garden City is $449,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 6.4x.
How educated is Garden City, Idaho?
39.2% of adults (25+) in Garden City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.