Menan, Idaho Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Menan, Idaho had a total population of 876, the 111th largest city in Idaho, with a median household income of $80,833, which is 4% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Menan Quick Facts
How Menan 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 | 863 | 876 | +1.5% |
| Median household income | $70,417 | $80,833 | +14.8% |
| Median home value | $249,300 | $292,700 | +17.4% |
How Menan 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+)
Menan Rankings in Idaho
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Other Cities in Jefferson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rigby | 5,404 | $85,056 | 9.7% | $336,200 |
| Roberts | 609 | $62,188 | 14.8% | $258,300 |
| Mud Lake | 491 | $69,167 | 14.3% | $171,600 |
| Lewisville | 453 | $83,750 | 9.3% | $236,500 |
| Hamer | 59 | $84,167 | 8.5% | $242,900 |
Cities Similar to Menan
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakley | 830 | $78,750 | $233,500 | 28.3% | 9.2% |
| Potlatch | 922 | $76,607 | $244,200 | 25.4% | 9.4% |
| Teton | 877 | $67,321 | $249,300 | 16.8% | 16.1% |
| Troy | 960 | $81,375 | $300,500 | 38.2% | 3.8% |
| Inkom | 936 | $85,625 | $270,600 | 21.6% | 5.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 876, Menan'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
Menan is a small community located in Idaho, within Jefferson County. The total population is 876. It ranks as the 111th most populous out of 232 Census-designated places in Idaho.
Age Demographics
The median age in Menan is 40.1 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 37.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Menan is $80,833. This is 4% higher than the state median of $77,800. It is also about the same as the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.9%. This is 35% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 7.8%. This is 108% higher than the state rate of 3.7%. The median home value is $292,700. Housing costs are 30% lower than the state median of $418,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x. 78.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 72.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Menan is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 11.3%.
Education
24.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 22% 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 94.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Menan, 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 Menan, Idaho?
Menan, Idaho has a population of 876 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Menan, ID?
The median household income in Menan is $80,833, which is about the same as the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Menan, ID?
The poverty rate in Menan is 6.9%. This means approximately 60 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Menan, Idaho?
Menan's population is 82.9% White, 0.0% Black, 11.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Menan, ID?
The median home value in Menan is $292,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x.
How educated is Menan, Idaho?
24.9% of adults (25+) in Menan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.