Average Rent in Caribou County, ID↑ Rents rising 3.1% YoY🔻 4th cheapest in ID
HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 7,118
Market Overview
Caribou County, ID has rental prices ranging from $707/month to $1,562/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $711/month — 49% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $66,653/year, spending $711/month on a 1-bedroom represents 13% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.
How Caribou County Compares
With an average 2-bedroom rent of $933/month, Caribou County ranks #40 most expensive of the 43 cities tracked in Idaho — more affordable than 60% of all US cities in our data.
The Caribou County Rental Market
The Caribou County, ID area has a population of about 7,118 and 18% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs below the US average of ~34%, a more homeowner-heavy market where rental inventory can be limited.
Rent Trends
2-bedroom rents in Caribou County, ID have risen by $28/month (3.1%) over the past year, from $905 to $933. This modest growth is consistent with broader inflationary trends seen across US rental markets.
Affordability
To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Caribou County, ID without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $28,440. The local median household income of $66,653 exceeds that threshold by $38,213, making Caribou County relatively accessible compared to local wages.
Economy & Jobs
Caribou County, ID has an unemployment rate of 3.4%, 0.5 percentage points below the national average of 3.9%. Strong employment conditions typically sustain rental demand, as workers relocate to the area and local residents maintain stable housing.
Fair Market Rents
HUD FY2025Is Caribou County, ID Affordable?
Income needed to rent or buy, price history, and how this city compares to nearby metros.
Affordability Index(30% income rule)
Nearby Cities in IDlargest metros in the state
| City | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | 3BR | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boise City | $1,300 | $1,534 | $1,838 | $2,575 | — |
| Coeur d'Alene | $1,001 | $1,226 | $1,460 | $2,046 | — |
| Idaho Falls | $1,035 | $1,087 | $1,311 | $1,837 | — |
| Logan | $914 | $920 | $1,169 | $1,638 | — |
| Twin Falls County | $522 | $608 | $801 | $1,102 | — |
| Twin Falls County | $881 | $979 | $1,285 | $1,801 | — |
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