Mullan, Idaho Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Mullan, Idaho had a total population of 890, the 109th largest city in Idaho, with a median household income of $68,125, which is 12% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Mullan Quick Facts
How Mullan 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 | 758 | 890 | +17.4% |
| Median household income | $51,094 | $68,125 | +33.3% |
| Median home value | $169,000 | $210,600 | +24.6% |
How Mullan 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+)
Mullan Rankings in Idaho
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Other Cities in Shoshone County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kellogg | 2,307 | $50,625 | 19.2% | $250,600 |
| Pinehurst | 2,120 | $68,676 | 7.5% | $291,900 |
| Osburn | 1,620 | $50,673 | 18.5% | $205,900 |
| Wallace | 1,027 | $51,492 | 20.1% | $232,700 |
| Smelterville | 668 | $48,806 | 17.5% | $154,400 |
| Silverton | 652 | $90,074 | 4.4% | $286,800 |
| Wardner | 281 | $37,122 | 7.6% | $312,500 |
Cities Similar to Mullan
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teton | 877 | $67,321 | $249,300 | 16.8% | 16.1% |
| McCammon | 909 | $66,250 | $296,300 | 23.8% | 4.8% |
| Hauser | 932 | $74,792 | $375,700 | 20.9% | 5.8% |
| Potlatch | 922 | $76,607 | $244,200 | 25.4% | 9.4% |
| Menan | 876 | $80,833 | $292,700 | 24.9% | 6.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 890, Mullan'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
Mullan is a small community located in Idaho, within Shoshone County. The total population is 890. It ranks as the 109th most populous out of 232 Census-designated places in Idaho.
Age Demographics
The median age in Mullan is 44.1 years. This is 18% higher than the state median of 37.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Mullan is $68,125. This is 12% lower than the state median of $77,800. It is also 16% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.6%. This is about the same as the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 3.4%. This is 10% lower than the state rate of 3.7%. The median home value is $210,600. Housing costs are 50% lower than the state median of $418,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 84.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 72.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Mullan has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.9% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 2.9%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (2.9% vs 0.7%). The Hispanic or Latino population (1.9%) is well below the state average of 13.7%.
Education
18.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 43% 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 97.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Mullan, 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 Mullan, Idaho?
Mullan, Idaho has a population of 890 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Mullan, ID?
The median household income in Mullan is $68,125, which is 16% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Mullan, ID?
The poverty rate in Mullan is 10.6%. This means approximately 94 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Mullan, Idaho?
Mullan's population is 91.9% White, 2.9% Black, 1.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Mullan, ID?
The median home value in Mullan is $210,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Mullan, Idaho?
18.1% of adults (25+) in Mullan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.