Idaho Population, Demographics & 2020 Census Data
Idaho has 1.9 million residents according to the 2020 U.S. Census. Median household income is $74,636, with a 10.6% poverty rate and a median age of 37.1 years. 31.2% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher (91.7% have a high school diploma or higher).
Updated: 2026-07-19 · Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey
Population (2020)
1.9 million
Estimated total residents based on the 2020 Census.
Median Age
37.1 years
1.6 yr below national avg
Median Household Income
$74,636
$3,902 below national avg
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
31.2%
3.8% below national avg
HS diploma or higher: 91.7%
Poverty Rate
10.6%
1.8% below national avg
Uninsured: 9.3%
Broadband Access
91.0% of households
1.3% above national avg
What is the total population of Idaho?
Idaho has 1.9 million residents as of the 2020 Census. Explore district-level demographics or find your representatives.
What is the median age in Idaho?
The median age in Idaho is 37.1 years. Compare districts on the demographics page.
What is the median household income in Idaho?
The median household income in Idaho is $74,636. See how income varies by district on district demographics.
What share of adults in Idaho have a high school or bachelor's degree?
In Idaho, 91.7% of adults have a high school diploma or higher, and 31.2% have a bachelor's degree or higher.
What are the poverty and uninsured rates in Idaho?
In Idaho, the poverty rate is 10.6% and the uninsured rate is 9.3%.
How many households in Idaho have broadband?
In Idaho, broadband access is 91.0% of households. Share of households with a broadband subscription.
Connect with Your State Leaders in Idaho
Meet the key players in Idaho's state government, including the most prominent elected officials from the executive and legislative branches. These leaders oversee elections, enforce laws, manage state finances, and set the policy agenda for Idaho.
Brad LittleGovernorRepublicanThe state's chief executive who implements laws and manages the executive branch.
Phil McGraneSecretary of StateRepublicanOversees statewide elections, business registrations, and key public records.
Mike MoyleSpeaker of the HouseRepublicanLeads the lower chamber and controls the flow of legislation and committee assignments.
Idaho Congressional Delegation — 119th Congress
Idaho sends 2 Senators and 2 Representatives to the 119th Congress (2025-2027). 1 seat is up for election in 2026.
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Idaho Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total population of Idaho (2020)?
Idaho has 1.9 million residents as of the 2020 Census.
What is the median age in Idaho?
The median age in Idaho is 37.1 years.
What is the median household income in Idaho?
The median household income in Idaho is $74,636.
What are the poverty and uninsured rates in Idaho?
In Idaho, the poverty rate is 10.6% and the uninsured rate is 9.3%.
How many households in Idaho have broadband?
In Idaho, broadband access is 91.0% of households.
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