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Bingham County, Idaho Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 9th-largest in Idaho

The population of Bingham County, Idaho is 48,993 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 9th-largest county in Idaho. The median household income is $76,842, the median home value is $258,000, and the median age is 34.8.

The population of Bingham County has grown 11.2% since 2010 (45,764 → 50,889), a +0.76% annualized rate.

Bingham County within Idaho · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

48,993

Population

+0.76%

Annual growth

23

People / sq mi

$76,842

Median Income

$258,000

Median Home Value

Bingham County covers 2,094 sq mi of land at 23.4 people per square mile.

About Bingham County, ID

Bingham County skews on age — the median resident is 34.8, younger than the national median. Bingham County is a county in Idaho with a population of 48,993. That makes it one of the ten largest counties in Idaho in the country, at #9 by population.

Median household income is $76,842, near the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 7.3%, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $258,000, with typical rent around $845.

Degree attainment is mid-range for US counties: 20.8% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 5.9%, and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.

Bingham County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Bingham County had a population of 45,764 in 2010 and 50,889 in 2024, a 11.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 50,889 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.77%.

2024 · 51K20102024
Bingham County population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

50,889

Population (2024)

45,764

Population (2010)

50,889

Peak (2024)

0.77%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201045,764
201145,903
201245,519
201345,435
201445,226
201545,071
201645,313
201745,888
201846,054
201946,772
202048,099
202148,938
202249,997
202350,398
202450,889

Race & Ethnicity

White79.1%
Black or African American0.3%
Asian0.1%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)6.5%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

34.8

Median Age

49.8%

Female

50.2%

Male

14.8%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
7.0%
5–9
7.8%
10–14
9.5%
15–19
7.9%
20–24
6.5%
25–34
11.6%
35–44
13.3%
45–54
10.6%
55–59
5.7%
60–64
5.4%
65–74
9.2%
75–84
4.0%
85+
1.6%

Children (under 15): 24.3% · Seniors (65+): 14.8%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$76,842+$2,206 vs state
Mean household income$96,148
Per-capita income$31,676
Poverty rate7.3%+0.3% vs state
Unemployment rate3.7%
Employment-to-population60.9%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
20.4%
Manufacturing
11.6%
Construction
9.2%
Finance & real estate
8.4%
Agriculture
7.6%
Education & health care
7.0%
Public administration
6.2%
Retail trade
5.3%

The largest employment sector in Bingham County is professional & business services, accounting for 20.4% of workers.

How residents commute

1.4%

Drive alone

1.5%

Carpool

78.5%

Public transit

5.9%

Work from home

21.9 min

Avg commute

Housing

$258,000$-118,000 vs state

Median home value

$845

Median rent

80.6%

Homeownership rate

17,268

Total housing units

92.7%

Occupied

7.3%

Vacant

19.4%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

91.1%

With health insurance

95.5%

With broadband internet

26.8%

Foreign-born

6.5%

Veterans (18+)

16.1%

With a disability

86.3%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

89.2%

High School+

20.8%

Bachelor's+

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Frequently Asked Questions

Bingham County, Idaho has a population of 48,993 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 9th-largest county in Idaho. Population density is 23 people per square mile.

The population of Bingham County has grown 11.2% since 2010 (45,764 → 50,889), a +0.76% annualized rate.

The median household income in Bingham County, Idaho is $76,842, with mean (average) household income of $96,148 and per-capita income of $31,676. 7.3% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Bingham County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (79.1%), Hispanic or Latino (6.5%), Black or African American (0.3%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Bingham County, Idaho is 34.8 years. Residents are 49.8% female and 50.2% male.

The median home value in Bingham County is $258,000 and median monthly rent is $845. 80.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 17,268 total housing units, 7.3% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Bingham County, Idaho is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 20.4% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.7%.

Boise City is among the largest cities associated with Bingham County, Idaho, with a population of 235,701.


Bingham County, ID Climate

Bingham County, ID has an average annual temperature of 7.3°C (45°F) and receives about 283 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.

7.3°C

Avg Temp

283

Precip (mm/yr)

Jul

Hottest Month

Jan

Coldest Month

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Avg temp (°C) Precipitation (mm)
Bingham County, ID — monthly temperature & precipitation (1970–2000 normals) · Source: WorldClim 2.1
MonthAvg (°C/°F)Precip
January-5° / 22°25 mm
February-2° / 28°24 mm
March2° / 36°23 mm
April7° / 44°26 mm
May12° / 53°31 mm
June16° / 62°29 mm
July20° / 68°16 mm
August20° / 67°14 mm
September14° / 57°21 mm
October8° / 47°21 mm
November1° / 33°28 mm
December-5° / 24°25 mm

1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.

Best time to visit Bingham County, ID

The most comfortable months to visit Bingham County, ID are typically July, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 30°C high). The coldest is January (near -11°C low). May is usually the wettest month.

JulyAugustJune

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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.