Average Rent in Minidoka County, ID↑ Rents rising 1.4% YoY🔻 4th cheapest in ID
HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 21,922
Market Overview
Minidoka County, ID has rental prices ranging from $719/month to $1,567/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $788/month — 44% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $70,060/year, spending $788/month on a 1-bedroom represents 13% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.
How Minidoka County Compares
With an average 2-bedroom rent of $933/month, Minidoka County ranks #40 most expensive of the 43 cities tracked in Idaho — more affordable than 60% of all US cities in our data.
The Minidoka County Rental Market
The Minidoka County, ID area has a population of about 21,922 and 27% 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 Minidoka County, ID have risen by $13/month (1.4%) over the past year, from $920 to $933. Rents have remained relatively stable year over year, indicating a balanced rental market in the area.
Affordability
To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Minidoka County, ID without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $31,520. The local median household income of $70,060 exceeds that threshold by $38,540, making Minidoka County relatively accessible compared to local wages.
Economy & Jobs
Minidoka County, ID has an unemployment rate of 3.8%, 0.1 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 Minidoka 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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