Cost of Living in Kootenai County, ID

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

Median Income

$71,949

Median Rent

$1,216/mo

Median Home

$407,000

Affordability

254

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$2,058
Property Tax$170
Insurance$136

Total Monthly$2,364
% of Income39.4%

Renting

Median Rent$1,216
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,241
% of Income20.3%

Living in Kootenai County, Idaho

Kootenai County has a median household income of $71,949 with housing costs that represent 39.4% of income for owners and 20.3% for renters. Housing costs exceed the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting affordability challenges.

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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.