Cost of Living in Jerome County, ID

What does it cost to live in Jerome County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$67,347

Median Rent

$834/mo

Median Home

$234,300

Affordability

405

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,185
Property Tax$123
Insurance$78

Total Monthly$1,386
% of Income24.7%

Renting

Median Rent$834
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$859
% of Income14.9%

Living in Jerome County, Idaho

Jerome County has a median household income of $67,347 with housing costs that represent 24.7% of income for owners and 14.9% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.