Stanley, Idaho Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Stanley, Idaho had a total population of 319, the 172nd largest city in Idaho. The poverty rate is 21.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- 77.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Idaho.
Stanley Quick Facts
How Stanley 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 | 281 | 319 | +13.5% |
How Stanley 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+)
Stanley Rankings in Idaho
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Other Cities in Custer County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Challis | 854 | $40,750 | 21.3% | $176,400 |
| Mackay | 602 | $43,897 | 19.9% | $279,500 |
| Lost River | 55 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Stanley
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hammett | 319 | N/A | $165,700 | 0.0% | 7.2% |
| Weippe | 320 | $29,946 | $115,900 | 4.6% | 22.5% |
| Cambridge | 324 | $50,833 | $289,300 | 22.5% | 13.2% |
| Kendrick | 327 | $64,821 | $207,100 | 27.1% | 18.2% |
| Rockford Bay | 336 | $125,192 | $1,112,900 | 56.7% | 8.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 319, Stanley'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
Stanley is a small community located in Idaho, within Custer County. The total population is 319. It ranks as the 172nd most populous out of 232 Census-designated places in Idaho.
Age Demographics
The median age in Stanley is 73.1 years. This is 96% higher than the state median of 37.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 21.3%. This is 101% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Stanley, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 98.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 37% higher than the state average of 72.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Stanley was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
77.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Stanley in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 143% higher than the state rate of 31.8%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Stanley, 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 Stanley, Idaho?
Stanley, Idaho has a population of 319 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Stanley, ID?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Stanley — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Stanley, ID?
The poverty rate in Stanley is 21.3%. This means approximately 68 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Stanley, Idaho?
Stanley's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Stanley, ID?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Stanley — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Stanley, Idaho?
77.1% of adults (25+) in Stanley hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.