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Rexburg, ID Micro Area

Rexburg, ID · Micro Area

68,561Population

A micropolitan statistical area of 2 counties (1 central, 1 outlying), part of the Idaho Falls-Rexburg-Blackfoot, ID combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income
$61,940
Median home value
$372,900
Land area
2,333 sq mi
29 people per sq mi

Market now

Counties in this micro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

CountyRolePopulationMedian incomeMedian home value
Madison County, IDCentral54,618$60,160$414,800
Fremont County, IDOutlying13,943$72,683$314,200

Largest cities and towns

10 places in our city pages lie in this area.

PlaceTypePopulationMedian income
Rexburg, IDCity40,543$50,617
St. Anthony, IDCity3,911$53,152
Sugar City, IDCity2,122$66,953
Ashton, IDCity1,417$65,428
Teton, IDCity877$67,321
Parker, IDCity607$93,750
Newdale, IDCity525$85,625
Island Park, IDCity170$91,250
Drummond, IDCity15—
Warm River, IDCity0—

Also in the Idaho Falls-Rexburg-Blackfoot, ID combined area

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate
21.1%
Unemployment
7.5%
College Educated
35.4%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income
$61,940
Mean Household Income
$91,462

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male
46.8%
Female
53.2%

Population Split

Male46.8%
Female53.2%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

English33.6%
German13.9%
Mexican7.7%
Irish5.2%
Scottish4.8%
Italian2.1%
French1.9%
Polish0.8%
African0.5%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

5.3%Foreign Born
94.7%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized21.7%
Non-Citizen78.3%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later59.5%
Before 201040.5%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units
23,955
Median Rent
$1,002/mo
Median Home Value
$372,900
Median Year Built
1994

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled
34,334
College Enrollment
66.1%
High School
11.6%
College Educated
35.4%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time
17.8 min
Drive Alone Rate
60.8%
Public Transit
0.8%
Work From Home
13.0%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18
21.0%
18-34 Years
52.0%
35-64 Years
19.0%
65+ Years
8.0%

Population Composition

Under 1821.0%
18-3452.0%
35-6419.0%
65+8.0%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples
65.9%
Single Parent
2.5%
Living Alone
13.7%
Avg Size
3.14

Household Types

Married Couples65.9%
Single Parent2.5%
Living Alone13.7%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income
$25,758
SNAP Usage
9.3%
Health Insurance
94.0%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k15.2%
$25k - $50k23.9%
$50k - $100k33.6%
$100k+27.3%

Key Industries

Manufacturing
6.2%
Retail Trade
13.5%
Education & Health Care
32.0%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

9.1%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

94.0%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet
82.5%vs ~90% National Avg
Computer Ownership
98.4%vs ~95% National Avg
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better
91.9
0130
Below average< 97
Near average97 - 103
Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better
76.1
0200
Hard to Afford< 80
Moderate80 - 100
Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

The BEA publishes price levels for metro areas only, so for this micro area the cost-of-living figure is the state's average for areas outside metros.