Cost of Living in Pocatello, ID
Population: 57,152 • 2026 Data
$57,931
Median Household Income
-25% vs national
$861
Median Monthly Rent
-36% vs national
$240,600
Median Home Value
-29% vs national
5.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Pocatello
The median home value in Pocatello, ID is $240,600. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $861, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $915.
Rent-to-income ratio: 17.8%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Pocatello, ID is $57,931. The unemployment rate stands at 5.0%, with a labor force of 27,981 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.