Pinehurst, Idaho Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Pinehurst, Idaho had a total population of 2,120, the 67th largest city in Idaho, with a median household income of $68,676, which is 12% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.3%.
Pinehurst Quick Facts
How Pinehurst 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 | 2,014 | 2,120 | +5.3% |
| Median household income | $66,447 | $68,676 | +3.4% |
| Median home value | $267,100 | $291,900 | +9.3% |
How Pinehurst 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+)
Pinehurst Rankings in Idaho
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Other Cities in Shoshone County
Cities Similar to Pinehurst
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sugar City | 2,122 | $66,953 | $350,000 | 44.4% | 8.7% |
| Spirit Lake | 1,972 | $65,192 | $436,600 | 15.4% | 6.7% |
| Shoshone | 1,911 | $69,392 | $229,800 | 10.7% | 10.7% |
| Wilder | 2,074 | $55,117 | $270,900 | 8.7% | 30.1% |
| New Plymouth | 1,794 | $65,375 | $277,500 | 28.9% | 9.4% |
Population Overview
Pinehurst is a small community located in Idaho, within Shoshone County. The total population is 2,120. It ranks as the 67th most populous out of 232 Census-designated places in Idaho.
Age Demographics
The median age in Pinehurst is 44.5 years. This is 19% higher than the state median of 37.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Pinehurst is $68,676. This is 12% lower than the state median of $77,800. It is also 15% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.5%. This is 29% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 1.3%. This is 66% lower than the state rate of 3.7%. The median home value is $291,900. Housing costs are 30% lower than the state median of $418,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x. 78.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% higher than the state average of 72.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Pinehurst has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.4%. The Black or African American population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 0.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.4%) is well below the state average of 13.7%.
Education
11.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 65% 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 91.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Pinehurst, 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 Pinehurst, Idaho?
Pinehurst, Idaho has a population of 2,120 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Pinehurst, ID?
The median household income in Pinehurst is $68,676, which is 15% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Pinehurst, ID?
The poverty rate in Pinehurst is 7.5%. This means approximately 158 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Pinehurst, Idaho?
Pinehurst's population is 87.0% White, 0.1% Black, 2.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.7% Asian.
What is the median home value in Pinehurst, ID?
The median home value in Pinehurst is $291,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x.
How educated is Pinehurst, Idaho?
11.3% of adults (25+) in Pinehurst hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.