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Idaho Falls, Idaho Demographics & Population 2026

4th Largest4th most populous city in Idaho

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 Quick Facts

Population 67,725
Median Household Income $73,110
Median Home Value $335,500
Poverty Rate 11.5%
Unemployment Rate 4.2%
Median Age 33.7 years
Homeownership Rate 64.2%
Affordability Ratio 4.6x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 31.7%
High School Graduation Rate 90.6%
Diversity Index 37/100
Population 67,725 4th of 232
Median Income $73,110 above average
Poverty Rate 11.5% 7% lower than national
Median Home Value $335,500 above average

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.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population66,67267,725+1.6%
Median household income$69,630$73,110+5.0%
Median home value$298,600$335,500+12.4%

How Idaho Falls Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 12.4%
$25K-$50K 20.1%
$50K-$100K 34.2%
$100K+ 33.3%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
3.9%
$10K-$15K
2.3%
$15K-$20K
2.8%
$20K-$25K
3.5%
$25K-$30K
5.8%
$30K-$35K
3.0%
$35K-$40K
3.6%
$40K-$45K
4.0%
$45K-$50K
3.7%
$50K-$60K
6.5%
$60K-$75K
13.0%
$75K-$100K
14.7%
$100K-$125K
10.2%
$125K-$150K
6.6%
$150K-$200K
8.4%
$200K+
8.2%

Employment

4.2% Unemployment Rate State: 3.7%|National: 5.2%
65.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 64.2%
Renter 35.8%
Affordability Index Moderate
4.6x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,075/mo 17.6% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

37out of 100
Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 36 | National average: 61

Education

Idaho Falls Rankings in Idaho

#4 Population of 232
#78 Median Income of 213
#48 Education of 232
#73 Home Value of 216

Other Cities in Bonneville County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Ammon 19,064 $86,121 5.4% $381,800
Lincoln 4,002 $84,280 18.4% $377,500
Iona 2,984 $84,914 12.2% $420,300
Ucon 1,606 $89,079 4.2% $340,900
Ririe 1,079 $67,123 4.5% $160,700
Swan Valley 281 N/A 15.3% $672,400
Irwin 236 $67,500 11.4% $433,300

Cities Similar to Idaho Falls

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Caldwell66,516$73,058$367,30019.5%11.9%
Coeur d'Alene56,447$72,338$483,50031.2%9.2%
Pocatello57,635$60,418$271,00032.6%14.8%
Twin Falls54,164$61,205$321,30024.5%11.4%
Nampa110,319$74,279$370,80023.4%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.