Rathdrum, Idaho Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Rathdrum, Idaho had a total population of 10,874, the 24th largest city in Idaho, with a median household income of $86,563, which is 11% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.4%.
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 1.6%.
Rathdrum Quick Facts
How Rathdrum 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 | 10,133 | 10,874 | +7.3% |
| Median household income | $86,431 | $86,563 | +0.2% |
| Median home value | $381,800 | $444,100 | +16.3% |
How Rathdrum 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+)
Rathdrum Rankings in Idaho
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Other Cities in Kootenai County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coeur d'Alene | 56,447 | $72,338 | 9.2% | $483,500 |
| Post Falls | 43,391 | $82,183 | 11.1% | $477,400 |
| Hayden | 16,338 | $82,958 | 7.8% | $494,500 |
| Dalton Gardens | 2,496 | $80,000 | 4.6% | $803,600 |
| Spirit Lake | 1,972 | $65,192 | 6.7% | $436,600 |
| Hauser | 932 | $74,792 | 5.8% | $375,700 |
| Hayden Lake | 834 | $108,750 | 8.3% | $792,700 |
| Athol | 777 | $70,250 | 8.9% | $367,700 |
| Rockford Bay | 336 | $125,192 | 8.6% | $1,112,900 |
| Worley | 230 | $45,536 | 23.0% | $175,000 |
Cities Similar to Rathdrum
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middleton | 10,649 | $89,013 | $403,100 | 28.9% | 7.9% |
| Hailey | 9,665 | $90,760 | $637,800 | 39.0% | 7.3% |
| Sandpoint | 9,637 | $72,289 | $465,600 | 36.5% | 14.6% |
| Burley | 11,958 | $67,468 | $231,300 | 15.9% | 15.3% |
| Garden City | 12,654 | $70,124 | $449,500 | 39.2% | 12.0% |
Population Overview
Rathdrum is a small city located in Idaho, within Kootenai County. The total population is 10,874. It ranks as the 24th most populous out of 232 Census-designated places in Idaho.
Age Demographics
The median age in Rathdrum is 37.1 years. This is about the same as the state median of 37.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Rathdrum is $86,563. This is 11% higher than the state median of $77,800. It is also 7% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.4%. This is 17% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 1.6%. This is 57% lower than the state rate of 3.7%. The median home value is $444,100. Housing costs are 6% higher than the state median of $418,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x. 77.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% higher than the state average of 72.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Rathdrum has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.7%) is well below the state average of 13.7%. The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 1.3%.
Education
24.8% 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 91.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Rathdrum, 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 Rathdrum, Idaho?
Rathdrum, Idaho has a population of 10,874 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Rathdrum, ID?
The median household income in Rathdrum is $86,563, which is 7% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Rathdrum, ID?
The poverty rate in Rathdrum is 12.4%. This means approximately 1,342 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Rathdrum, Idaho?
Rathdrum's population is 89.0% White, 0.0% Black, 3.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Rathdrum, ID?
The median home value in Rathdrum is $444,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x.
How educated is Rathdrum, Idaho?
24.8% of adults (25+) in Rathdrum hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.