Lewiston

Nez Perce County, Idaho

Population 43K |Median income $72,599 |1 hospital

Population

42,697

Nez Perce County

Median Income

$72,599

+7% vs avg

Median Home Value

$334,700

+47% vs avg

Median Age

41.2

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

43K+8%

Median Income

$72,599+56%

Median Home Value

$334,700+102%

Poverty Rate

12.2%+10%

Unemployment

2.6%-59%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,015/mo

Poverty Rate

12.2% -14% vs avg

Unemployment 2.6%

Bachelor's Degree+ 27.1%

Work From Home 9.3%

Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 87.7%

Two or More Ethnicities 6.8%

Asian 0.9%

African American 0.2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

37.7%

High Blood Pressure

35.7%

Short Sleep Duration

34.3%

Physical Inactivity

25.2%

Frequent Mental Distress

16.3%

Binge Drinking

16.1%

Frequent Physical Distress

14.7%

Current Smoking

13.5%

Current Asthma

11.4%

Diabetes

10.8%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 76.2%

Dental Visit 67.1%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

9.5%

Coronary Heart Disease

7.4%

Stroke

3.9%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

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★★

★

Average Rating

2/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

ST JOSEPH REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

LEWISTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Lewiston Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Big Bend Florida Counties Including Tallahassee

NOAA · 28m ago

Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 35m 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 Lewiston, ID? ▼

Lewiston, ID has a population of 42,697 people, located in Nez Perce County, Idaho.

What is the median household income in Lewiston? ▼

The median household income in Lewiston, ID is $72,599 per year. The poverty rate is 12.2%.

What is the median home value in Lewiston? ▼

The median home value in Lewiston, ID is $334,700. Median rent is $1,015/month.

What are the top health concerns in Lewiston? ▼

The top health indicators in Lewiston include Obesity (37.7%), High Blood Pressure (35.7%), Short Sleep Duration (34.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Lewiston? ▼

Lewiston has 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Lewiston? ▼

The median age in Lewiston, ID is 41.2 years. 27.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Lewiston, ID is located in Nez Perce County, Idaho. With a population of 43K and a median household income of $72,599, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Lewiston 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 (Nez Perce 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.