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Clark County, Idaho Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 44th-largest in Idaho

The population of Clark County, Idaho is 776 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 44th-largest county in Idaho. The median household income is $52,083, the median home value is $203,000, and the median age is 33.4.

The population of Clark County has declined 19.1% since 2010 (981 → 794), a -1.50% annualized rate.

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

776

Population

-1.50%

Annual growth

0

People / sq mi

$52,083

Median Income

$203,000

Median Home Value

Clark County covers 1,763 sq mi of land at 0.4 people per square mile.

About Clark County, ID

Clark County stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US counties, at roughly 0 people per square mile. Clark County is a county in Idaho with a population of 776. It ranks #44 among counties in Idaho by population.

Earnings trail the nation, with the median household making $52,083, below the US median of $78,538. About 9.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $203,000, with typical rent around $771.

College attainment is 17.3%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 9.6%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.

Clark County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Clark County had a population of 981 in 2010 and 794 in 2024, a -19.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 981 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -1.47%.

2010 · 98120102024
Clark County population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

794

Population (2024)

981

Population (2010)

981

Peak (2010)

-1.47%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
2010981
2011955
2012885
2013879
2014889
2015885
2016867
2017878
2018845
2019838
2020793
2021794
2022812
2023801
2024794

Race & Ethnicity

White67.1%
Black or African American0.0%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)0.5%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

33.4

Median Age

46.8%

Female

53.2%

Male

13.1%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
8.9%
5–9
10.4%
10–14
5.3%
15–19
5.7%
20–24
8.6%
25–34
12.9%
35–44
11.0%
45–54
16.9%
55–59
4.1%
60–64
3.1%
65–74
8.2%
75–84
4.0%
85+
0.9%

Children (under 15): 24.6% · Seniors (65+): 13.1%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$52,083$-22,553 vs state
Mean household income$58,492
Per-capita income$22,917
Poverty rate9.1%+2.1% vs state
Unemployment rate1.2%
Employment-to-population62.0%

Top Industries by Employment

Agriculture
27.3%
Professional & business services
21.3%
Manufacturing
13.8%
Public administration
9.9%
Finance & real estate
6.6%
Construction
3.9%
Education & health care
3.0%
Transportation & utilities
2.8%

The largest employment sector in Clark County is agriculture, accounting for 27.3% of workers.

How residents commute

0.0%

Drive alone

2.5%

Carpool

55.3%

Public transit

9.6%

Work from home

26.7 min

Avg commute

Housing

$203,000$-173,000 vs state

Median home value

$771

Median rent

63.9%

Homeownership rate

442

Total housing units

57.0%

Occupied

43.0%

Vacant

36.1%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

82.6%

With health insurance

89.7%

With broadband internet

24.0%

Foreign-born

1.8%

Veterans (18+)

15.2%

With a disability

71.3%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

75.7%

High School+

17.3%

Bachelor's+

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clark County, Idaho has a population of 776 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 44th-largest county in Idaho. Population density is 0 people per square mile.

The population of Clark County has declined 19.1% since 2010 (981 → 794), a -1.50% annualized rate.

The median household income in Clark County, Idaho is $52,083, with mean (average) household income of $58,492 and per-capita income of $22,917. 9.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Clark County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (67.1%), Hispanic or Latino (0.5%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Clark County, Idaho is 33.4 years. Residents are 46.8% female and 53.2% male.

The median home value in Clark County is $203,000 and median monthly rent is $771. 63.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 442 total housing units, 43.0% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Clark County, Idaho is agriculture, forestry, fishing, and mining, employing 27.3% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.2%.

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


Clark County, ID Climate

Clark County, ID has an average annual temperature of 4.9°C (41°F) and receives about 250 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.

4.9°C

Avg Temp

250

Precip (mm/yr)

Jul

Hottest Month

Jan

Coldest Month

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Avg temp (°C) Precipitation (mm)
Clark County, ID — monthly temperature & precipitation (1970–2000 normals) · Source: WorldClim 2.1
MonthAvg (°C/°F)Precip
January-8° / 18°16 mm
February-6° / 22°17 mm
March-1° / 30°16 mm
April4° / 39°18 mm
May9° / 49°42 mm
June14° / 57°38 mm
July18° / 64°19 mm
August18° / 64°18 mm
September13° / 55°20 mm
October7° / 44°17 mm
November-1° / 30°12 mm
December-7° / 19°17 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 Clark County, ID

The most comfortable months to visit Clark County, ID are typically July, August and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 28°C high). The coldest is January (near -14°C low). May is usually the wettest month.

JulyAugustSeptember

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

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