Rigby city, Idaho Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Rigby city, Idaho Demographics
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As of 2026, Rigby city, Idaho has a total population of 5,251, the 34th largest city in Idaho, with a median household income of $78,278, which is 5% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.9%.

Key Takeaways

Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.0%.

Rigby city Quick Facts

Population 5,251

Median Household Income $78,278

Median Home Value $267,200

Poverty Rate 11.9%

Unemployment Rate 0.0%

Median Age 30.9 years

Homeownership Rate 65.3%

Affordability Ratio 3.4x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 37.6%

High School Graduation Rate 92.2%

Diversity Index 29/100

Population 5,251 34th of 234

Median Income $78,278 top 30%

Poverty Rate 11.9% 5% lower national

Median Home Value $267,200 average

How Rigby city Compares

Median Household Income

Rigby city

$78,278

$74,636

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Rigby city

$267,200

$376,000

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 20.6%

$25K-$50K 14.9%

$50K-$100K 45.1%

$100K+ 19.3%

Employment

0.0% Unemployment Rate State: 3.7% | National: 5.2%

65.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 65.3%

Renter 34.7%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.4x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

28.7%

18-34

30.0%

35-54

23.5%

55-74

13.5%

75+

4.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 35 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Rigby city Rankings in Idaho

#34 Population of 234

#45 Median Income of 234

#30 Education of 234

#86 Home Value of 234

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Cities Similar to Rigby city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Kimberly city	4,883	$76,587	$289,500	21.8%	17.7%
Shelley city	4,987	$63,864	$267,200	21.7%	9.2%
Preston city	5,800	$55,625	$280,500	15.7%	14.1%
American Falls city	4,636	$58,376	$172,800	13.7%	7.1%
Fruitland city	6,405	$62,703	$286,300	17.5%	7.1%

Population Overview

Rigby city is a small city located in Idaho. The total population is 5,251. It ranks as the 34th most populous out of 234 cities and towns in Idaho.

Age Demographics

The median age in Rigby city is 30.9 years. This is 17% lower than the state median of 37.1 years. With 28.7% of the population under 18, Rigby city has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Rigby city is $78,278. This is 5% higher than the state median of $74,636. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is about average. The poverty rate stands at 11.9%. This is 12% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 0.0%. This is 100% lower than the state rate of 3.7%. The median home value is $267,200. Housing costs are 29% lower than the state median of $376,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x. 65.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% lower than the state average of 72.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Rigby city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 83.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 11.5%. The Black or African American population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 0.7%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 1.3%.

Education

37.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 21% higher than the state rate of 31.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 92.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Rigby city, Idaho is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Idaho state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 234 Census-designated places in Idaho. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Rigby city, Idaho?

Rigby city, Idaho has a population of 5,251 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Rigby city, ID?

The median household income in Rigby city is $78,278, which is about average the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Rigby city, ID?

The poverty rate in Rigby city is 11.9%. This means approximately 613 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Rigby city, Idaho?

Rigby city's population is 83.0% White, 0.1% Black, 11.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.3% Asian.

What is the median home value in Rigby city, ID?

The median home value in Rigby city is $267,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

How educated is Rigby city, Idaho?

37.6% of adults (25+) in Rigby city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.