Cost of Living in Power County, Idaho
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Power County Compares
Median monthly rent comparison
Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Power County ranks #1,791 of 3,144 counties for affordability (bottom 43%)
Data Story
About Cost of Living in Power County, Idaho
Power County's remarkable affordability
Power County's 14.6% rent-to-income ratio ranks among America's most affordable, with renters paying just $729 monthly in a county where median household income hits $59,760. This exceptional affordability makes Power one of the nation's true bargains for cost-conscious households.
Second-most affordable Idaho county
Power County's 14.6% rent-to-income ratio ranks second in Idaho, trailing only Owyhee County's 15.5% among our regional group. With state average rents of $919, Power's $729 rent represents a 21% savings—substantial for any budget.
Cheapest rents and low home values
Power County ties for the region's lowest rent at $729 (matching Owyhee's affordability baseline) while offering the lowest median home values at $191,200. This combination creates a rural county where both renters and buyers find genuine value.
Housing costs vanish into background
Renters spend just $729 monthly while homeowners pay $867, with median home values of $191,200. At a 14.6% rent-to-income ratio, Power County residents dedicate the smallest share of any county here to housing, leaving maximum income for other needs.
Maximum value for rural seekers
Power County delivers the region's best combination of low rents and affordable home prices, making it ideal for households prioritizing cost minimization. If you're relocating to stretch your income furthest, Power County offers unmatched rural affordability.
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Affordability Verdict
Power County is affordable for renters, with a median gross rent of $729/month representing approximately 14.6% of median household income. The rent burden (GRAPI) stands at 17.0%.
Rent vs. Own
At $729/month rent versus $867/month in owner costs, renting is roughly $138/month cheaper — a 16% difference.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $29,160/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $37,157/year. With a median household income of $59,760, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 17.0% of renter households in Power County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Compared to Idaho County where rent averages $797/month, Power County is approximately 9% less expensive.
Affordability Calculator
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Rent Burden
14.6%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,394
per month
Owner Cost Burden
17.4%
of gross income
The median home in Power County may be a stretch
Median home value is $191,200. Estimated monthly cost: $1,526 vs. your max of $1,394.
Rent Affordability Guide
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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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