Idaho Falls, Idaho Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Idaho Falls, Idaho had a total population of 67,725, the 4th largest city in Idaho, with a median household income of $73,110, which is 6% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Idaho Falls is the 4th largest city in Idaho with a population of 67,725.
Idaho Falls Quick Facts
How Idaho Falls 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 | 66,672 | 67,725 | +1.6% |
| Median household income | $69,630 | $73,110 | +5.0% |
| Median home value | $298,600 | $335,500 | +12.4% |
How Idaho Falls 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+)
Idaho Falls Rankings in Idaho
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Other Cities in Bonneville County
Cities Similar to Idaho Falls
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caldwell | 66,516 | $73,058 | $367,300 | 19.5% | 11.9% |
| Coeur d'Alene | 56,447 | $72,338 | $483,500 | 31.2% | 9.2% |
| Pocatello | 57,635 | $60,418 | $271,000 | 32.6% | 14.8% |
| Twin Falls | 54,164 | $61,205 | $321,300 | 24.5% | 11.4% |
| Nampa | 110,319 | $74,279 | $370,800 | 23.4% | 11.5% |
Population Overview
Idaho Falls is a mid-sized community located in Idaho, within Bonneville County. The total population is 67,725. It ranks as the 4th most populous out of 232 Census-designated places in Idaho.
Age Demographics
The median age in Idaho Falls is 33.7 years. This is 10% lower than the state median of 37.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Idaho Falls is $73,110. This is 6% lower than the state median of $77,800. It is also 9% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.5%. This is 9% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 4.2%. This is 14% higher than the state rate of 3.7%. The median home value is $335,500. Housing costs are 20% lower than the state median of $418,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x. 64.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% lower than the state average of 72.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Idaho Falls is White (non-Hispanic), making up 77.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 16.7%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 1.3%.
Education
31.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is about the same as 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 90.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Idaho Falls, 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 Idaho Falls, Idaho?
Idaho Falls, Idaho has a population of 67,725 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Idaho Falls, ID?
The median household income in Idaho Falls is $73,110, which is 9% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Idaho Falls, ID?
The poverty rate in Idaho Falls is 11.5%. This means approximately 7,639 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Idaho Falls, Idaho?
Idaho Falls's population is 77.5% White, 0.5% Black, 16.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Idaho Falls, ID?
The median home value in Idaho Falls is $335,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x.
How educated is Idaho Falls, Idaho?
31.7% of adults (25+) in Idaho Falls hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.