Cost of Living in Nez Perce County, Idaho
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Nez Perce County Compares
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Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Nez Perce County ranks #2,520 of 3,144 counties for affordability (bottom 20%)
Data Story
About Cost of Living in Nez Perce County, Idaho
Nez Perce aligns with national affordability
Nez Perce County's 15.7% rent-to-income ratio sits comfortably below the national threshold for housing stress. With a median household income of $71,466—just 5% below the national median of $74,755—renters here enjoy reasonable affordability at $936 monthly rent.
Idaho's middle ground for affordability
Nez Perce County's 15.7% rent-to-income ratio slightly outperforms Idaho's state average of 16.8%, making it a moderately affordable option. However, median owner costs of $1,158 are among the highest in our regional group, reflecting pricier home values at $291,300.
Moderate rents, higher mortgage costs
Nez Perce's $936 rent runs $17 above the state average but $29 less than Madison County. Yet monthly owner costs reach $1,158—the highest in the region—signaling that homeownership here carries steeper price tags than in neighboring counties.
Renters fare better than homebuyers
Renters spend $936 monthly while homeowners shoulder $1,158, with median home values of $291,300. For renters, this consumes just 15.7% of the $71,466 median income, but homebuyers face substantially higher housing cost burdens.
Consider your housing goals here
Nez Perce County suits renters and buyers with solid incomes, but the relatively high homeownership costs warrant careful budgeting. If you're relocating as a renter, expect reasonable affordability; if buying, compare your down payment capacity against the $291,300 median home value.
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Affordability Verdict
Housing in Nez Perce County is affordable. The median rent is $936/month against a median household income of $71,466, putting rent at 15.7% of income.
Rent vs. Own
The median rent in Nez Perce County is $936/month, while owner costs run $1,158/month. Renting saves approximately $222/month.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $37,440/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $49,629/year. With a median household income of $71,466, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 29.0% of renter households in Nez Perce County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Compared to Camas County where rent averages $992/month, Nez Perce County is approximately 6% less expensive.
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Rent Burden
15.7%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,668
per month
Owner Cost Burden
19.4%
of gross income
The median home in Nez Perce County may be a stretch
Median home value is $291,300. Estimated monthly cost: $2,326 vs. your max of $1,668.
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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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