Cost of Living in Fremont County, Idaho
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Fremont County Compares
Median monthly rent comparison
Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Fremont County ranks #340 of 3,144 counties for affordability (top 11%)
Data Story
About Cost of Living in Fremont County, Idaho
Fremont's affordability beats most of America
At 13.2%, Fremont County's rent-to-income ratio ranks among the nation's best, powered by relatively strong household income of $72,767 and modest $803 rents. This combination gives residents nearly a 20% margin below the national household-income median.
Fremont is Idaho's affordability champion
Fremont County's 13.2% rent-to-income ratio soundly beats Idaho's 16.8% state average, ranking it as the state's most affordable county for renters. Combined with above-average household incomes, Fremont demonstrates how strong earning power unlocks genuine affordability.
Best incomes paired with reasonable rents
Fremont County's $803 rent matches regional peers, but its $72,767 household income—the highest among nearby counties—makes the cost burden noticeably lighter. This income advantage over Custer, Clearwater, and Elmore gives residents the most cushion.
Renters pocket the most breathing room
At just 13.2% of income going to rent, Fremont households retain the largest surplus for savings and emergencies across the region. Homeowners invest $897/month in properties worth $281,800, supported by incomes that outpace peers.
Fremont is Idaho's affordability bellwether
If you earn a mid-to-upper-six-figure household income or seek the best rent-to-income ratio in Idaho, Fremont County is your answer. Cross-check against Franklin and Custer for your specific situation, but Fremont's economic strength is hard to beat.
Cost of Living Advisory: Fremont County
Affordability Verdict
Housing in Fremont County is affordable. The median rent is $803/month against a median household income of $72,767, putting rent at 13.2% of income.
Rent vs. Own
At $803/month rent versus $897/month in owner costs, renting is roughly $94/month cheaper — a 10% difference.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $32,120/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $38,443/year. With a median household income of $72,767, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 23.0% of renter households in Fremont County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Within Idaho, Fremont County is less affordable than Boise County by roughly 6% ($803/mo vs $854/mo).
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Rent Burden
13.2%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,698
per month
Owner Cost Burden
14.8%
of gross income
The median home in Fremont County may be a stretch
Median home value is $281,800. Estimated monthly cost: $2,250 vs. your max of $1,698.
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Based on the 30% rule for rent and 28% rule for housing costs (mortgage + owner costs). Mortgage estimate assumes 20% down, 7.2% interest, 30-year fixed.
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See Today's RatesData: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023) — Informational only. Not financial or legal advice.
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