Kootenai, Idaho Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Kootenai, Idaho had a total population of 1,022, the 100th largest city in Idaho, with a median household income of $70,885, which is 9% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Kootenai Quick Facts
How Kootenai 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 | 1,076 | 1,022 | -5.0% |
| Median household income | $69,457 | $70,885 | +2.1% |
| Median home value | $306,200 | $370,800 | +21.1% |
How Kootenai 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+)
Kootenai Rankings in Idaho
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Other Cities in Bonner County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandpoint | 9,637 | $72,289 | 14.6% | $465,600 |
| Priest River | 1,778 | $58,782 | 5.0% | $299,100 |
| Ponderay | 1,534 | $51,346 | 14.6% | $436,700 |
| Clark Fork | 990 | $63,813 | 23.4% | $251,700 |
| Dover | 792 | $99,821 | 4.7% | $719,100 |
| Blanchard | 651 | $59,012 | 3.5% | $279,100 |
| Oldtown | 428 | $57,833 | 18.0% | $261,700 |
| Laclede | 406 | $51,140 | 0.0% | $272,800 |
| East Hope | 265 | $93,000 | 4.2% | $440,900 |
| Hope | 112 | $98,750 | 0.0% | $625,000 |
Cities Similar to Kootenai
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ririe | 1,079 | $67,123 | $160,700 | 28.3% | 4.5% |
| Franklin | 1,034 | $81,830 | $370,200 | 24.5% | 3.6% |
| Clark Fork | 990 | $63,813 | $251,700 | 6.3% | 23.4% |
| Lapwai | 1,021 | $57,439 | $113,700 | 17.4% | 19.4% |
| Hauser | 932 | $74,792 | $375,700 | 20.9% | 5.8% |
Population Overview
Kootenai is a small community located in Idaho, within Bonner County. The total population is 1,022. It ranks as the 100th most populous out of 232 Census-designated places in Idaho.
Age Demographics
The median age in Kootenai is 40.8 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 37.3 years. 10.4% 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 Kootenai is $70,885. This is 9% lower than the state median of $77,800. It is also 12% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.3%. This is 25% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 5.5%. This is 49% higher than the state rate of 3.7%. The median home value is $370,800. Housing costs are 11% lower than the state median of $418,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.2x. 77.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 72.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Kootenai has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.4%) is well below the state average of 13.7%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 1.3%.
Education
18.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 42% 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 95.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Kootenai, 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 Kootenai, Idaho?
Kootenai, Idaho has a population of 1,022 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Kootenai, ID?
The median household income in Kootenai is $70,885, which is 12% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Kootenai, ID?
The poverty rate in Kootenai is 13.3%. This means approximately 133 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Kootenai, Idaho?
Kootenai's population is 91.7% White, 0.0% Black, 4.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Kootenai, ID?
The median home value in Kootenai is $370,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.2x.
How educated is Kootenai, Idaho?
18.6% of adults (25+) in Kootenai hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.