Garden Valley, Idaho Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Garden Valley, Idaho had a total population of 438, the 153rd largest community in Idaho. The poverty rate is 11.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- 47.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Idaho.
Garden Valley Quick Facts
How Garden Valley 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 | 364 | 438 | +20.3% |
How Garden Valley 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 Valley Rankings in Idaho
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Other Cities in Boise County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robie Creek | 1,213 | $106,250 | 2.5% | $585,400 |
| Horseshoe Bend | 758 | $65,500 | 17.2% | $276,900 |
| Idaho City | 581 | $44,722 | 6.4% | N/A |
| Crouch | 214 | $78,226 | 8.4% | $486,700 |
| Lowman | 46 | N/A | 43.5% | $220,000 |
| Placerville | 30 | $63,125 | 3.3% | $412,500 |
Cities Similar to Garden Valley
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Firth | 429 | $56,250 | $235,400 | 20.6% | 12.1% |
| Oldtown | 428 | $57,833 | $261,700 | 21.9% | 18.0% |
| Tetonia | 426 | $78,864 | $428,100 | 27.3% | 6.1% |
| Lewisville | 453 | $83,750 | $236,500 | 17.4% | 9.3% |
| Dietrich | 421 | $73,750 | $225,000 | 14.6% | 5.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 438, Garden Valley'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
Garden Valley is a small community located in Idaho, within Boise County. The total population is 438. It ranks as the 153rd most populous out of 232 Census-designated places in Idaho.
Age Demographics
The median age in Garden Valley is 37.9 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 37.3 years. Only 14.2% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 11.2%. This is 5% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Garden Valley, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $782,100. Housing costs are 87% higher than the state median of $418,600. 73.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% higher than the state average of 72.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Garden Valley is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.5% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 3.6%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (3.6% vs 0.7%). The Hispanic or Latino population (3.0%) is well below the state average of 13.7%.
Education
47.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Garden Valley in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 51% 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 94.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Garden Valley, 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 Valley, Idaho?
Garden Valley, Idaho has a population of 438 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Garden Valley, ID?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Garden Valley — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Garden Valley, ID?
The poverty rate in Garden Valley is 11.2%. This means approximately 48 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Garden Valley, Idaho?
Garden Valley's population is 81.5% White, 3.6% Black, 3.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Garden Valley, ID?
The median home value in Garden Valley is $782,100.
How educated is Garden Valley, Idaho?
47.9% of adults (25+) in Garden Valley hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.