Cost of Living in Jerome, ID

Population 12,689 · Idaho · Data vintage 2023

70
Cost Index
(100 = US avg)
Page updated: · Data vintage: 2023 ACS 5-Year
Sources: Census ACS·BLS·NOAA·EPA·Zillow · Methodology

Jerome offers a notably favorable income-to-housing ratio for its region. The typical home — $215,000 — costs less than 3.3 times median household income of $65,343, a threshold many coastal markets passed a decade ago.

Jerome lies roughly 105 miles southeast of the nearest major metro, Boise City — close enough that regional housing and labor patterns are shaped largely by the larger market. Median home values run roughly 53% lower than Boise City's $456,000.

Cost Overview

Housing 70
Rent 68

Scale: 100 = US national average. Green < 90, Red > 110.

About the Cost of Living in Jerome

The median home value in Jerome is $214,900 — 30% below the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $900/month, 32% lower than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $65,343/year is 12% lower than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 4.8%, below the national average of 4.8%. Idaho's top state income tax rate is 5.8% and the combined sales tax is 6.0%. The climate averages highs of 61.6°F and lows of 38.8°F. Overall, Jerome has a cost of living index of 70 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 30% less expensive.

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value
$214,900
30% below avg
Zillow Home Value
$393,310
Zillow ZHVI
Median Rent
$900/mo
32% below avg
Price-to-Rent Ratio
19.9x
Favors buying
Property Tax Rate
0.7%
Effective rate

HUD Fair Market Rents by Bedroom

Studio
$752
1 BR
$822
2 BR
$982
3 BR
$1,367
4 BR
$1,643
Owner-occupied 72.2%
Renter-occupied 27.8%

💰 Estimated Monthly Budget

Rent median rent
$900
Groceries national estimate
$400
Utilities local estimate
$88
Transportation local gas prices
$126
Estimated Total $1,514/mo

Estimates based on median data and national averages. Actual costs vary.

🛒 Food & Groceries

National BLS average prices (2023). Local prices may vary.

🥚
Eggs (dozen)
$0.548
🍞
White Bread (lb)
$1.912
🥩
Ground Beef (lb)
$5.61

🚗 Transportation

Avg Commute
21.7 min
20% below avg
Gas Price
$3.145/gal
0% below avg
Work From Home
4.1%

Commute Mode

Drove alone
83.0%
Carpooled
11.4%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
4.1%

Utilities

Electricity
$0.176/kWh
0% below avg

📋 Taxes

State Income Tax 5.8%
Total Sales Tax 6.0%
State rate 6.0%
Avg local rate 0.0%
Property Tax 0.7%

💼 Income & Employment

Median Household Income
$65,343
12% below avg
Per Capita Income
$27,666
Unemployment Rate
4.8%
1% below avg
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Labor Force Participation
68.6%

🎓 Education

Bachelor's degree+ 7.1%
Graduate degree 2.6%

👥 Demographics

Median Age 31
Male median age 32.1
Female median age 30.5

🌤 Climate

NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals

Avg High
61.6°F
Avg Low
38.8°F
Annual Precip
9.9"
20° 38° 55° 73° 90° JFMAMJJASOND High Low Precip
Month JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F 364153607079908878634836
Low °F 232532364451595749392923
Precip" 1.210.721.101.061.440.620.110.270.330.770.961.31

🏫 Schools

NCES CCD 2019 — public school district data

74%
4-Year Graduation Rate
19.9:1
Student-teacher ratio
7
Public schools
4,184
Total enrollment

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Jerome, ID?

Jerome has a cost index of 70 (100 = national average). It is 30% below the national average.

What is average rent in Jerome, ID?

The median gross rent in Jerome is $900 per month based on 2023 Census data.

What is the average home price in Jerome?

The median home value in Jerome is $214,900 according to Zillow and Census data.

What is the median income in Jerome?

The median household income in Jerome is $65,343 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).

What is the sales tax in Jerome, ID?

The combined state and local sales tax rate in Jerome is 6.0%. The Idaho state income tax top rate is 5.8%.

Is Jerome, ID affordable?

Yes, Jerome is generally considered affordable, with a cost of living index of 70 — about 30% below the US national average of 100.

What is the weather like in Jerome?

Jerome has average high temperatures of 61.6°F and average lows of 38.8°F. Annual precipitation is 9.9". Data from NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals.

Jerome at a Glance

Population
12,689
Median Income
$65,343
Home Value
$214,900
Median Rent
$900/mo
Unemployment
4.8%
Avg High Temp
61.6°F
Sales Tax
6.0%
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