Idaho
State in United States
Idaho has a land area of 82,623.3 square miles and a water area of 923.2 square miles. It is the 11th largest state by area. Idaho is bordered by Nevada,Utah, Oregon, Montana, Washington, and Wyoming.
Population and People
Total Population
1,900,923Data from Census BureauAverage Age
37.3 YearData from Census BureauSenior Population (65 years and older)
314,010Data from Census BureauVeterans
8.6%Data from Census Bureau
Income and Poverty
Median Household Income
$87,397Data from Census BureauPoverty
19.7%Data from Census Bureau
Employment and Labor Force
Total Eligible Employment Population
1,480,240Data from Census BureauUnemployed
2.1%Data from Census Bureau
Housing
Housing Units
693,882Data from Census BureauMedian Gross Rent (in dollars)
$1,035Data from Census BureauGross Rent vs Percentage of Household Income: Less Than 30% Household Income
56.8%Data from Census BureauGross Rent vs Percentage of Household Income: 30% or More of Household Income
43.2%Data from Census BureauMedian Home Price (in dollars)
$369,300Data from Census BureauRenter Rate
195,010Data from Census BureauHomeownership Rate
498,872Data from Census Bureau
Health
Disabled
13.9%Data from Census Bureau
The Department of Housing and Urban Development is on its mission to provide decent and affordable housing to Americans with low-income. Within the United States there are 10 different geographical regions that HUD has been divided into. Depending on where your state is located you would be zoned to one of these Regional Offices. To find your Regional office: Affordable Housing411 Regional Office Page.
Within these Regional Offices zones there are 54 different Field Offices. Again, depending on your location you will be zoned to a particular Field Office. To Find Your Field Office visit: Affordable Housing411 Field Offices Page.
Lastly locally there are almost 4,000 Local Housing Authorities Offices. To find your local office visit: Affordable Housing411 Public Housing Authority Page
Each State or area can have different income limits and eligibility requirements. We recommend you contact your local housing authority for specific income guidelines.
The State of Idaho is located in Seattle Regional Office. Within Idaho there are . Throughout Idaho there are 11 Public Housing Authority Offices.
We at Affordable Housing 411, have gathered all the contact information for all of HUD’s Offices. We want to be an advocate for those in need of affordable housing.
FIELD OFFICES HUD: IDAHO
REGIONAL OFFICE HUD: IDAHO
TANF OFFICE HUD: IDAHO
LIHEAP OFFICE HUD: IDAHO
LIHWAP OFFICE HUD: IDAHO
RENTAL HELP: IDAHO
Subsidized Apartments
HUD helps apartment owners offer reduced rents to low-income tenants. To apply, contact or visit the management office of each apartment building that interests you.
Public Housing and Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
To apply for either type of help, visit your local Public Housing Agency (PHA).
- Questions? Email us
or call (800) 955-2232
Some PHAs have long waiting lists, so you may want to apply at more than one PHA. Your PHA can also give you a list of locations at which your voucher can be used.
Need advice?
HOMEOWNERSHIP: IDAHO
Owning a home is a big part of the American Dream. Here are some resources that can help you buy, maintain and keep your home.
Getting Started
- Housing counseling agencies – free or low-cost counseling services for buying, renting, defaults, foreclosures, credit issues and reverse mortgages
- Education – learn about buying and maintaining your home
- Predatory lending – beware if you’re buying or refinancing your home; don’t become a victim of unfair lending practices
Buying a Home
- Assistance programs – resources and programs to help you buy and maintain your home
- HUD homes for sale
- Homeownership vouchers – some public housing agencies help you become a homeowner through the Housing Choice Voucher Homeownership Program
- Shop Before you Buy – Find an interest rate that suits your wallet, your situation and your community with the Consumer Financial Protection Board’s Interest Rate Checker
Owning and Maintaining Your Home
- Home repairs – money for home improvements and repairs
- Avoid foreclosure – don’t lose your home
- Make your home more energy efficient
Population by Age Range in Idaho
Age and Sex
36.8 +/- 0.1
Median Age in Idaho
Age and Sex
36.8 +/- 0.1
Median Age in Idaho
38.8 +/- 0.1
Median Age in United States
Population by Age Range in Idaho
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Older Population by Age Range in Idaho
Older Population
16.50 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in Idaho
Older Population
16.50 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in Idaho
16.8 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in United States
Older Population by Age in Idaho
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Veterans in Idaho
Veterans
8.60 +/- 0.5
Veterans in Idaho
Veterans
8.60 +/- 0.5
Veterans in Idaho
6.4 +/- 0.1
Veterans in United States
Veterans in Idaho
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Median Household Income in Idaho
Median Household Income
$66,474 +/- $1,752
Median Household Income in Idaho
Median Household Income
$66,474 +/- $1,752
Median Household Income in Idaho
$69,717 +/- $134
Median Household Income in United States
Median Household Income in Idaho
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Poverty in Idaho
Poverty
11.00 +/- 0.8
Poverty in Idaho
Poverty
11.00 +/- 0.8
Poverty in Idaho
12.8 +/- 0.1
Poverty in United States
Poverty in Idaho
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Educational Attainment in Idaho
Educational Attainment
30.70 +/- 0.9
Educational Attainment in Idaho
Educational Attainment
30.70 +/- 0.9
Bachelor's Degree or Higher in Idaho
35.0 +/- 0.1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher in United States
Educational Attainment in Idaho
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Employment and Labor Force Status in Idaho
Employment rate
60.70% +/- 0.6%
Employment rate in Idaho
Employment rate
60.70% +/- 0.6%
Employment rate in Idaho
58.6% +/- 0.1%
Employment rate in United States
HUD MAILING LISTS: IDAHO
HUD FYIdaho FYIdaho will electronically and regularly share housing, community and economic development news of interest – especially information about HUD notices, funding opportunities, initiatives, policies and events as well as similar items from our partners – among HUD’s current and potential partners throughout the State of Idaho.
HUD Highlights Region X Newsletter Want to keep up with changes at HUD? Want to know when grant funds are available, or new policies are implemented? Then this is the newsletter for you! Once per month you’ll get a brief yet informative email from our Regional Office highlighting important happenings at HUD, both in the Northwest and throughout the country.
Idaho Multifamily Owners and Management Agents This mailing list will distribute guidance and information to owners and management agents in Idaho.
Northwest Office of Native American Programs News Want to know more about HUD’s Native American Programs in the Northwest? Subscribe to this list for news, program updates, training opportunities and more.
Affordable Housing Types
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Last Updated: August 23, 2023