Midvale, Idaho Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Midvale, Idaho had a total population of 347, the 165th largest city in Idaho, with a median household income of $48,462, which is 38% 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
- Household income is 38% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Midvale Quick Facts
How Midvale 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 | 331 | 347 | +4.8% |
| Median household income | $48,281 | $48,462 | +0.4% |
| Median home value | $208,300 | $230,600 | +10.7% |
How Midvale 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+)
Midvale Rankings in Idaho
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Other Cities in Washington County
Cities Similar to Midvale
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malta | 346 | $55,682 | $159,300 | 18.2% | 57.8% |
| Hollister | 347 | $56,944 | $156,300 | 12.1% | 10.7% |
| Hammett | 319 | N/A | $165,700 | 0.0% | 7.2% |
| Stanley | 319 | N/A | N/A | 77.1% | 21.3% |
| Pierce | 360 | $53,906 | $173,000 | 16.3% | 9.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 347, Midvale'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
Midvale is a small community located in Idaho, within Washington County. The total population is 347. It ranks as the 165th most populous out of 232 Census-designated places in Idaho.
Age Demographics
The median age in Midvale is 52.1 years. This is 40% higher than the state median of 37.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Midvale is $48,462. This is 38% lower than the state median of $77,800. It is also 40% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Midvale, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $230,600. Housing costs are 45% lower than the state median of $418,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.8x. 91.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% higher than the state average of 72.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Midvale has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.0%) is well below the state average of 13.7%.
Education
21.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 34% 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 96.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Midvale, 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 Midvale, Idaho?
Midvale, Idaho has a population of 347 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Midvale, ID?
The median household income in Midvale is $48,462, which is 40% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Midvale, ID?
The poverty rate in Midvale is 11.5%. This means approximately 40 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Midvale, Idaho?
Midvale's population is 93.4% White, 0.0% Black, 2.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Midvale, ID?
The median home value in Midvale is $230,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.8x.
How educated is Midvale, Idaho?
21.0% of adults (25+) in Midvale hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.