Metro areas in Idaho: income, rent and home values
Idaho has 7 metropolitan areas with annual Census data, led by Boise City, ID with 867,587 residents. Household incomes are highest in Boise City, ID ($92,877). Renters spend the smallest share of income in Idaho Falls, ID (27.0%) and the largest in Pocatello, ID (33.8%). The fastest-growing metro since 2021 is Boise City, ID (+8.2%).
| Metro area | Population | Median income | Median rent | Home value | Rent / income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boise City, ID | 867,587 | $92,877 | $1,702 | $507,400 | 29.2% |
| Coeur d'Alene, ID | 191,864 | $84,672 | $1,645 | $569,000 | 29.6% |
| Idaho Falls, ID | 173,561 | $91,712 | $1,404 | $418,400 | 27.0% |
| Logan, UT | 160,278 | $79,122 | $1,353 | $478,000 | 31.2% |
| Twin Falls, ID | 125,097 | $80,712 | $1,150 | $362,500 | 33.2% |
| Pocatello, ID | 91,591 | $67,393 | $1,091 | $332,500 | 33.8% |
| Lewiston, ID | 65,450 | $70,185 | $1,025 | $347,400 | 28.0% |
Includes 2 metro areas that cross into neighboring states.
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Idaho at a glance
What is the most affordable metro area in Idaho for renters?+
Idaho Falls, ID, where renters spend a median 27.0% of household income on rent (2025 Census data).
Which metro area in Idaho has the highest income?+
Boise City, ID, with a median household income of $92,877 in 2025.
How many metro areas are in Idaho?+
7 metropolitan statistical areas in Idaho have annual Census estimates (population 65,000+).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 1-year estimates (released September 2026), with 2024 and 2021 for trends. Figures are survey estimates with margins of error; small differences between metros may not be meaningful. Metro areas use the official Metropolitan Statistical Area boundaries. Compiled and analyzed by Metro Research. Methodology.