Soda Springs, Idaho Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Soda Springs, Idaho had a total population of 3,158, the 50th largest city in Idaho, with a median household income of $57,361, which is 26% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.0%.
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 1.1%.
Soda Springs Quick Facts
How Soda Springs 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 | 3,150 | 3,158 | +0.3% |
| Median household income | $47,480 | $57,361 | +20.8% |
| Median home value | $204,800 | $241,400 | +17.9% |
How Soda Springs 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+)
Soda Springs Rankings in Idaho
Explore Idaho Rankings
Other Cities in Caribou County
Cities Similar to Soda Springs
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wendell | 2,981 | $57,266 | $242,100 | 11.9% | 8.3% |
| Orofino | 3,260 | $53,438 | $223,400 | 16.4% | 13.6% |
| Homedale | 3,069 | $62,117 | $238,000 | 6.9% | 16.8% |
| St. Maries | 2,915 | $60,458 | $236,300 | 16.9% | 12.7% |
| Filer | 2,925 | $64,671 | $247,500 | 11.9% | 5.1% |
Population Overview
Soda Springs is a small community located in Idaho, within Caribou County. The total population is 3,158. It ranks as the 50th most populous out of 232 Census-designated places in Idaho.
Age Demographics
The median age in Soda Springs is 37.1 years. This is about the same as the state median of 37.3 years. With 28.1% of the population under 18, Soda Springs has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Soda Springs is $57,361. This is 26% lower than the state median of $77,800. It is also 29% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.0%. This is 13% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 1.1%. This is 72% lower than the state rate of 3.7%. The median home value is $241,400. Housing costs are 42% lower than the state median of $418,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.2x. 75.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% higher than the state average of 72.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Soda Springs has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.4%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) 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
11.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 63% 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 84.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Soda Springs, 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.
Free data download: Get all Idaho city and county demographics as CSV. Download Cities CSV | Download Counties CSV
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Soda Springs, Idaho?
Soda Springs, Idaho has a population of 3,158 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Soda Springs, ID?
The median household income in Soda Springs is $57,361, which is 29% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Soda Springs, ID?
The poverty rate in Soda Springs is 12.0%. This means approximately 369 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Soda Springs, Idaho?
Soda Springs's population is 91.8% White, 0.4% Black, 2.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Soda Springs, ID?
The median home value in Soda Springs is $241,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.2x.
How educated is Soda Springs, Idaho?
11.8% of adults (25+) in Soda Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.