Cost of Living in Weiser, ID

Population 5,803 · Idaho · Data vintage 2023

66
Cost Index
(100 = US avg)
Page updated: · Data vintage: 2023 ACS 5-Year
Sources: Census ACS·BLS·NOAA·EPA·Zillow · Methodology

Household incomes in Weiser run well below national norms — a median of $45,463 versus the $74,580 US figure. Housing costs partially offset that gap (typical home values around $196,000).

Weiser is about 50 miles northwest of Nampa, the nearest large metro — close enough that regional housing and labor patterns are shaped largely by the larger market. Median home values run roughly 41% lower than Nampa's $333,000.

Cost Overview

Housing 64
Rent 69

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

About the Cost of Living in Weiser

The median home value in Weiser is $196,200 — 36% below the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $908/month, 31% lower than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $45,463/year is 39% lower than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 5.4%, above 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 66.5°F and lows of 40.9°F. Overall, Weiser has a cost of living index of 66 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 34% less expensive.

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value
$196,200
36% below avg
Zillow Home Value
$185,447
Zillow ZHVI
Median Rent
$908/mo
31% below avg
Price-to-Rent Ratio
18.0x
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 61.6%
Renter-occupied 38.4%

💰 Estimated Monthly Budget

Rent median rent
$908
Groceries national estimate
$400
Utilities local estimate
$88
Transportation local gas prices
$126
Estimated Total $1,522/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
19.0 min
30% below avg
Gas Price
$3.145/gal
0% below avg
Work From Home
3.3%

Commute Mode

Drove alone
72.1%
Carpooled
14.7%
Public transit
0.3%
Walked
5.2%
Bicycle
3.5%
Work from home
3.3%

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
$45,463
39% below avg
Per Capita Income
$23,203
Unemployment Rate
5.4%
13% above avg
Poverty Rate
18.9%
Labor Force Participation
48.8%

🎓 Education

Bachelor's degree+ 8.0%
Graduate degree 6.4%

👥 Demographics

Median Age 37.8
Male median age 36.9
Female median age 40.9

🌤 Climate

NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals

Avg High
66.5°F
Avg Low
40.9°F
Annual Precip
9.5"
20° 40° 60° 80° 100° JFMAMJJASOND High Low Precip
Month JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F 384758667685959383675039
Low °F 242834394855625949393024
Precip" 1.380.890.970.771.170.720.260.120.290.640.881.39

🏫 Schools

NCES CCD 2019 — public school district data

87%
4-Year Graduation Rate
18.3:1
Student-teacher ratio
5
Public schools
1,558
Total enrollment

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Weiser, ID?

Weiser has a cost index of 66 (100 = national average). It is 34% below the national average.

What is average rent in Weiser, ID?

The median gross rent in Weiser is $908 per month based on 2023 Census data.

What is the average home price in Weiser?

The median home value in Weiser is $196,200 according to Zillow and Census data.

What is the median income in Weiser?

The median household income in Weiser is $45,463 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).

What is the sales tax in Weiser, ID?

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

Is Weiser, ID affordable?

Yes, Weiser is generally considered affordable, with a cost of living index of 66 — about 34% below the US national average of 100.

What is the weather like in Weiser?

Weiser has average high temperatures of 66.5°F and average lows of 40.9°F. Annual precipitation is 9.5". Data from NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals.

Weiser at a Glance

Population
5,803
Median Income
$45,463
Home Value
$196,200
Median Rent
$908/mo
Unemployment
5.4%
Avg High Temp
66.5°F
Sales Tax
6.0%
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