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Twin Falls, ID Metro Area

Twin Falls, ID · Metro Area

118,907Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 2 counties (1 central, 1 outlying). The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income
$68,810
Median home value
$325,500
Land area
2,521 sq mi
47 people per sq mi

Market now

Counties in this metro area

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

CountyRolePopulationMedian incomeMedian home value
Twin Falls County, IDCentral93,734$67,409$337,900
Jerome County, IDOutlying25,173$71,724$271,800

Largest cities and towns

11 places in our city pages lie in this area.

PlaceTypePopulationMedian income
Twin Falls, IDCity54,164$61,205
Jerome, IDCity12,930$66,894
Kimberly, IDCity5,111$97,799
Buhl, IDCity4,673$55,568
Filer, IDCity2,925$64,671
Hansen, IDCity1,225$50,083
Hazelton, IDCity977$57,656
Eden, IDCity421$34,250
Hollister, IDCity347$56,944
Castleford, IDCity183$46,667
Murtaugh, IDCity129$48,750

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate
11.7%
Unemployment
3.2%
College Educated
21.6%
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
$68,810
Mean Household Income
$90,318

Income Distribution

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

Sex Distribution

Male
50.0%
Female
50.0%

Population Split

Male50.0%
Female50.0%

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

Mexican19.7%
English16.4%
German13.4%
Irish8.3%
Scottish3.2%
Italian1.9%
French1.1%
Polish0.7%
African0.5%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

10.5%Foreign Born
89.5%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized38.8%
Non-Citizen61.2%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later34.4%
Before 201065.6%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units
45,239
Median Rent
$1,071/mo
Median Home Value
$325,500
Median Year Built
1982

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

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

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled
29,908
College Enrollment
12.8%
High School
23.9%
College Educated
21.6%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

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

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time
18.6 min
Drive Alone Rate
79.3%
Public Transit
0.0%
Work From Home
7.1%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

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

Age Distribution

Under 18
27.0%
18-34 Years
21.8%
35-64 Years
35.3%
65+ Years
15.9%

Population Composition

Under 1827.0%
18-3421.8%
35-6435.3%
65+15.9%

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
54.1%
Single Parent
6.6%
Living Alone
23.9%
Avg Size
2.72

Household Types

Married Couples54.1%
Single Parent6.6%
Living Alone23.9%

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
$34,076
SNAP Usage
9.2%
Health Insurance
88.9%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k14.2%
$25k - $50k21.5%
$50k - $100k32.0%
$100k+32.2%

Key Industries

Manufacturing
13.2%
Retail Trade
12.6%
Education & Health Care
20.3%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

14.4%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

88.9%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
90.8%vs ~90% National Avg
Computer Ownership
95.7%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
92.1
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
99.9
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)