Jerome

ID

Jerome County, Idaho

Population 25K |Median income $71,724 |1 hospital

Population
25,173
Jerome County
Median Income
$71,724
+6% vs avg
Median Home Value
$271,800
+19% vs avg
Median Age
34
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
25K+12%
Median Income
$71,724+79%
Median Home Value
$271,800+101%
Poverty Rate
12.6%-31%
Unemployment
3.6%-49%

Economics

Median Rent
$966/mo
Poverty Rate
12.6% -11% vs avg
Unemployment 3.6%
Bachelor's Degree+ 14%
Work From Home 5.8%
Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 65.2%
African American 0.1%
Asian 0.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
35.8%
Short Sleep Duration
34.2%
High Blood Pressure
33%
Physical Inactivity
30.1%
Lack of Health Insurance
20.4%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.2%
Frequent Physical Distress
16.2%
Current Smoking
15.7%
Binge Drinking
13.8%
Diabetes
12.6%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 71.8%
Dental Visit 58.1%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
10.8%
Coronary Heart Disease
7%
Stroke
3.8%

Alerts & News — Jerome Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Big Bend Florida Counties Including Tallahassee

NOAA · 29m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Franklin, Liberty, and Wakulla Counties

NOAA · 36m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeast Alabama, Florida Panhandle, and Southwest Georgia

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Liberty and Wakulla Counties in Florida

NOAA · 3h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Leon, Jefferson, and Wakulla Counties

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Off Florida and Mississippi Coastline

NOAA · 12h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Jerome, ID? ▼
Jerome, ID has a population of 25,173 people, located in Jerome County, Idaho.
What is the median household income in Jerome? ▼
The median household income in Jerome, ID is $71,724 per year. The poverty rate is 12.6%.
What is the median home value in Jerome? ▼
The median home value in Jerome, ID is $271,800. Median rent is $966/month.
What are the top health concerns in Jerome? ▼
The top health indicators in Jerome include Obesity (35.8%), Short Sleep Duration (34.2%), High Blood Pressure (33%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Jerome? ▼
Jerome has 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Jerome? ▼
The median age in Jerome, ID is 34 years. 14% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Jerome, ID is located in Jerome County, Idaho. With a population of 25K and a median household income of $71,724, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Jerome area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Jerome County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.