Leadore, Idaho Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Leadore, Idaho had a total population of 135, the 205th largest city in Idaho, with a median household income of $30,568, which is 61% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 25.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 61% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (25.2%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Leadore Quick Facts
How Leadore 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 | 145 | 135 | -6.9% |
| Median household income | $31,023 | $30,568 | -1.5% |
How Leadore Compares
Median Household Income
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Household Income Distribution
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Employment
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People & Demographics
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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+)
Leadore Rankings in Idaho
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Other Cities in Lemhi County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salmon | 3,203 | $42,844 | 15.1% | $235,500 |
Cities Similar to Leadore
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| De Smet | 135 | N/A | $55,700 | 9.7% | 71.9% |
| St. Charles | 145 | N/A | $210,000 | 22.6% | 11.7% |
| Conkling Park | 123 | $31,554 | $644,000 | 74.8% | 11.4% |
| Acequia | 153 | N/A | $95,600 | 11.7% | 7.8% |
| Stites | 165 | $28,438 | $145,000 | 6.3% | 32.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 135, Leadore'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
Leadore is a small community located in Idaho, within Lemhi County. The total population is 135. It ranks as the 205th most populous out of 232 Census-designated places in Idaho.
Age Demographics
The median age in Leadore is 50.0 years. This is 34% higher than the state median of 37.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Leadore is $30,568. This is 61% lower than the state median of $77,800. It is also 62% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 25.2%. This is 138% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Leadore, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 95.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 32% higher than the state average of 72.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Leadore has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.7%) is well below the state average of 13.7%.
Education
12.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 60% 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 89.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Leadore, 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 Leadore, Idaho?
Leadore, Idaho has a population of 135 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Leadore, ID?
The median household income in Leadore is $30,568, which is 62% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Leadore, ID?
The poverty rate in Leadore is 25.2%. This means approximately 34 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Leadore, Idaho?
Leadore's population is 86.7% White, 0.0% Black, 3.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Leadore, ID?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Leadore — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Leadore, Idaho?
12.6% of adults (25+) in Leadore hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.