Mountain Home

ID

Elmore County, Idaho

Population 29K |Median income $65,359 |1 hospital

Population
29,321
Elmore County
Median Income
$65,359
-4% vs avg
Median Home Value
$316,500
+39% vs avg
Median Age
33.1
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
29K+11%
Median Income
$65,359+53%
Median Home Value
$316,500+131%
Poverty Rate
10.5%-36%
Unemployment
4.7%-47%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,243/mo
Poverty Rate
10.5% -26% vs avg
Unemployment 4.7%
Bachelor's Degree+ 22.4%
Work From Home 4.5%
Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 72.7%
African American 3.2%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.2%
Asian 2.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
36.9%
Obesity
34.2%
High Blood Pressure
31.7%
Physical Inactivity
24.4%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.5%
Binge Drinking
15.1%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.2%
Current Smoking
13.8%
Lack of Health Insurance
13.6%
Current Asthma
10.7%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 60.1%
Annual Checkup 70.3%

Other Measures

Diabetes
10.4%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.2%
Stroke
3.3%

Alerts & News — Mountain Home 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 Mountain Home, ID? ▼
Mountain Home, ID has a population of 29,321 people, located in Elmore County, Idaho.
What is the median household income in Mountain Home? ▼
The median household income in Mountain Home, ID is $65,359 per year. The poverty rate is 10.5%.
What is the median home value in Mountain Home? ▼
The median home value in Mountain Home, ID is $316,500. Median rent is $1,243/month.
What are the top health concerns in Mountain Home? ▼
The top health indicators in Mountain Home include Short Sleep Duration (36.9%), Obesity (34.2%), High Blood Pressure (31.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Mountain Home? ▼
Mountain Home has 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Mountain Home? ▼
The median age in Mountain Home, ID is 33.1 years. 22.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Mountain Home, ID is located in Elmore County, Idaho. With a population of 29K and a median household income of $65,359, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Mountain Home 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 (Elmore 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.