Jerome, Idaho Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Jerome, Idaho is 12,689 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 20th-largest city in Idaho. The median household income is $65,343, the median home value is $214,900, and the median age is 31.0.
The population has grown 23.4% since 2010 (10,922 → 13,481).
12,689
Population
2242
People / sq mi
$65,343
Median Income
$214,900
Median Home Value
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Jerome covers 5.7 sq mi of land at 2242 people per square mile.
About Jerome, ID
Educational attainment is the headline number in Jerome: 9.7% of adults 25 and older have a four-year degree. With 12,689 residents, Jerome is a city in Idaho. It ranks #20 among cities in Idaho by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $65,343 — below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 12.9%, close to the national 12.4%. Property is affordable here, the median home worth $214,900, with typical rent around $900.
Jerome is among the least college-educated US cities, at 9.7% — below the national 35.0%. Home-based work is uncommon, at 4.1%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 21 minutes each way.
Jerome city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Jerome city had a population of 10,922 in 2010 and 13,481 in 2024, a 23.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 13,481 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.52%.
13,481
Population (2024)
10,922
Population (2010)
13,481
Peak (2024)
1.52%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 10,922 |
| 2011 | 10,998 |
| 2012 | 11,056 |
| 2013 | 11,153 |
| 2014 | 11,228 |
| 2015 | 11,249 |
| 2016 | 11,511 |
| 2017 | 11,691 |
| 2018 | 11,831 |
| 2019 | 11,994 |
| 2020 | 12,365 |
| 2021 | 12,631 |
| 2022 | 12,984 |
| 2023 | 13,175 |
| 2024 | 13,481 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 59.8% |
| Black or African American | 0.1% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$65,343
Median Household Income
$27,666
Per Capita Income
12.9%
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$214,900
Median Home Value
$900
Median Rent
72.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
66.9%
High School+
9.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.3%
Drive Alone
83.0%
Public Transit
4.1%
Work From Home
21.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
28.2%
Foreign Born
55.8%
Non-English at Home
5.7%
Veterans
11.3%
With Disability
83.0%
Health Insurance
91.5%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Manufacturing | 14.6% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 14.4% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 12.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.2% |
| Construction | 8.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.0% |
| Retail Trade | 6.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.3% |
| Public Administration | 3.0% |
| Information | 2.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Jerome, Idaho has a population of 12,689 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 20th-largest city in Idaho.
The median household income in Jerome, Idaho is $65,343, with 12.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Jerome, Idaho is $214,900, with median monthly rent at $900 and a homeownership rate of 72.2%.
The median age in Jerome, Idaho is 31.0 years. The population is 50.1% male and 49.9% female.
The population has grown 23.4% since 2010 (10,922 → 13,481).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.