Hayden, Idaho Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hayden, Idaho had a total population of 16,338, the 17th largest city in Idaho, with a median household income of $82,958, which is 7% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Hayden Quick Facts
How Hayden 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 | 16,021 | 16,338 | +2.0% |
| Median household income | $77,534 | $82,958 | +7.0% |
| Median home value | $445,700 | $494,500 | +10.9% |
How Hayden 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+)
Hayden Rankings in Idaho
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Other Cities in Kootenai County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coeur d'Alene | 56,447 | $72,338 | 9.2% | $483,500 |
| Post Falls | 43,391 | $82,183 | 11.1% | $477,400 |
| 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 Hayden
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chubbuck | 16,126 | $82,977 | $341,700 | 27.9% | 6.0% |
| Mountain Home | 16,493 | $63,125 | $309,400 | 22.0% | 11.4% |
| Ammon | 19,064 | $86,121 | $381,800 | 42.9% | 5.4% |
| Star | 14,745 | $97,936 | $564,300 | 34.9% | 5.8% |
| Garden City | 12,654 | $70,124 | $449,500 | 39.2% | 12.0% |
Population Overview
Hayden is a small city located in Idaho, within Kootenai County. The total population is 16,338. It ranks as the 17th most populous out of 232 Census-designated places in Idaho.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hayden is 42.1 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 37.3 years. 10.0% 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 Hayden is $82,958. This is 7% higher than the state median of $77,800. It is also 3% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.8%. This is 26% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 3.0%. This is 18% lower than the state rate of 3.7%. The median home value is $494,500. Housing costs are 18% higher than the state median of $418,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 6.0x. 75.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% higher than the state average of 72.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Hayden has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population (6.5%) is well below the state average of 13.7%.
Education
26.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 16% 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 94.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hayden, 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 Hayden, Idaho?
Hayden, Idaho has a population of 16,338 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hayden, ID?
The median household income in Hayden is $82,958, which is 3% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Hayden, ID?
The poverty rate in Hayden is 7.8%. This means approximately 1,264 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Hayden, Idaho?
Hayden's population is 87.3% White, 0.4% Black, 6.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hayden, ID?
The median home value in Hayden is $494,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 6.0x.
How educated is Hayden, Idaho?
26.8% of adults (25+) in Hayden hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.