Notus, Idaho Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Notus, Idaho had a total population of 573, the 137th largest city in Idaho, with a median household income of $64,813, which is 17% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Notus Quick Facts
How Notus 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 | 709 | 573 | -19.2% |
| Median household income | $71,083 | $64,813 | -8.8% |
| Median home value | $242,600 | $287,000 | +18.3% |
How Notus 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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 36 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Notus Rankings in Idaho
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Other Cities in Canyon County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nampa | 110,319 | $74,279 | 11.5% | $370,800 |
| Caldwell | 66,516 | $73,058 | 11.9% | $367,300 |
| Middleton | 10,649 | $89,013 | 7.9% | $403,100 |
| Wilder | 2,074 | $55,117 | 30.1% | $270,900 |
| Parma | 1,928 | $49,231 | 21.3% | $274,300 |
| Greenleaf | 1,482 | $69,141 | 11.8% | $363,700 |
| Melba | 617 | $45,750 | 13.9% | $301,200 |
Cities Similar to Notus
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richfield | 586 | $67,500 | $216,500 | 6.9% | 16.0% |
| Arbon Valley | 562 | $61,750 | $273,600 | 11.3% | 6.0% |
| Roberts | 609 | $62,188 | $258,300 | 6.5% | 14.8% |
| Basalt | 569 | $78,472 | $306,600 | 12.2% | 1.4% |
| Nezperce | 522 | $62,857 | $189,300 | 20.8% | 15.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 573, Notus'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
Notus is a small community located in Idaho, within Canyon County. The total population is 573. It ranks as the 137th most populous out of 232 Census-designated places in Idaho.
Age Demographics
The median age in Notus is 37.5 years. This is about the same as the state median of 37.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Notus is $64,813. This is 17% lower than the state median of $77,800. It is also 20% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.2%. This is 53% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 6.6%. This is 77% higher than the state rate of 3.7%. The median home value is $287,000. Housing costs are 31% lower than the state median of $418,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x. 82.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 72.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Notus is White (non-Hispanic), making up 57.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 34.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (34.2% vs 13.7%).
Education
13.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 58% 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 86.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Notus, 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 Notus, Idaho?
Notus, Idaho has a population of 573 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Notus, ID?
The median household income in Notus is $64,813, which is 20% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Notus, ID?
The poverty rate in Notus is 16.2%. This means approximately 93 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Notus, Idaho?
Notus's population is 57.4% White, 0.0% Black, 34.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Notus, ID?
The median home value in Notus is $287,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x.
How educated is Notus, Idaho?
13.2% of adults (25+) in Notus hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.