Sugar City, Idaho Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sugar City, Idaho had a total population of 2,122, the 66th largest city in Idaho, with a median household income of $66,953, which is 14% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- 44.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Idaho.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.9%.
Sugar City Quick Facts
How Sugar City 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 | 2,011 | 2,122 | +5.5% |
| Median household income | $71,944 | $66,953 | -6.9% |
| Median home value | $308,000 | $350,000 | +13.6% |
How Sugar City 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+)
Sugar City Rankings in Idaho
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Other Cities in Madison County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rexburg | 40,543 | $50,617 | 32.5% | $395,100 |
Cities Similar to Sugar City
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pinehurst | 2,120 | $68,676 | $291,900 | 11.3% | 7.5% |
| Spirit Lake | 1,972 | $65,192 | $436,600 | 15.4% | 6.7% |
| Wilder | 2,074 | $55,117 | $270,900 | 8.7% | 30.1% |
| Shoshone | 1,911 | $69,392 | $229,800 | 10.7% | 10.7% |
| New Plymouth | 1,794 | $65,375 | $277,500 | 28.9% | 9.4% |
Population Overview
Sugar City is a small community located in Idaho, within Madison County. The total population is 2,122. It ranks as the 66th most populous out of 232 Census-designated places in Idaho.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sugar City is 29.3 years. This is 21% lower than the state median of 37.3 years. With 28.3% of the population under 18, Sugar City has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Sugar City is $66,953. This is 14% lower than the state median of $77,800. It is also 17% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.7%. This is 18% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 1.9%. This is 49% lower than the state rate of 3.7%. The median home value is $350,000. Housing costs are 16% lower than the state median of $418,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.2x. 61.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% lower than the state average of 72.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Sugar City has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.5%. The Asian population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 1.3%.
Education
44.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Sugar City in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 40% higher 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 99.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sugar City, 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 Sugar City, Idaho?
Sugar City, Idaho has a population of 2,122 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sugar City, ID?
The median household income in Sugar City is $66,953, which is 17% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sugar City, ID?
The poverty rate in Sugar City is 8.7%. This means approximately 185 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sugar City, Idaho?
Sugar City's population is 89.8% White, 0.0% Black, 7.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.7% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sugar City, ID?
The median home value in Sugar City is $350,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.2x.
How educated is Sugar City, Idaho?
44.4% of adults (25+) in Sugar City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.