County · Idaho
Bingham County, Idaho
Bingham County, Idaho. Bingham County had 51,153 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 6.6% since 2020, slower than Idaho (+10.4%). It holds 10 places (5 cities, villages and boroughs and 5 census-designated) and 10 census tracts. GEOID 16011.
Bingham County is the county of the Blackfoot, ID micropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
51,153
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 47,992 · ACS 2020-2024: 49,664
Median household income
$77,878
±$5,354 (90% margin)
Idaho: $77,800
Median home value
$293,300
±$13,797 (90% margin)
Idaho: $418,600
Median gross rent
$874
±$71 (90% margin)
Idaho: $1,238
How many people live in Bingham County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 47,992 residents in Bingham County. The Census Bureau estimates 51,153 for July 1, 2025, up 6.6% since 2020, slower than Idaho (+10.4%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 49,664 over 2,094 square miles of land.
| Measure | Bingham County | Idaho | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 49,664 | 1,934,262 | +3,825 |
| Households | 16,132±320 | 713,005 | +1,143 |
| Average household size | 3.05±0.06 | 2.64 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 17,528±45 | 795,014 | +783 |
Bingham County's population since 2000
From 41,735 in 2000 to 51,153 in 2025: up 22.6%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Bingham County?
Bingham County holds 10 places: 5 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 5 census-designated places. The largest is Blackfoot with 13,361 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Blackfoot | 12,346 | $64,032 |
|---|---|---|
| Shelley | 4,785 | $77,563 |
| Aberdeen | 1,756 | $82,619 |
| Fort Hall | 3,195 | $44,514 |
| MorelandGEOID 1654370 | 1,264 | $60,682 |
| GrovelandGEOID 1634030 | 982 | $76,094 |
| RiversideGEOID 1668230 | 930 | $105,625 |
| Firth | 517 | $56,250 |
| Basalt | 357 | $78,472 |
| RockfordGEOID 1668860 | 291 | $111,583 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Bingham County?
The median resident of Bingham County is 35.0 years old; 29.1% are under 18 and 15.2% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 73.7%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 17.8%. 5.7% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Bingham County | Idaho | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 35.0±0.2 | 37.3 | +1.4 |
| Under 18 years | 29.1%±0.1 pts | 24.1% | – |
| 65 years and over | 15.2%±0.1 pts | 17.0% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 17.8% | 13.6% | −0.2 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 73.7%±0.4 pts | 78.6% | no clear change |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.1 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.2 pts | 1.3% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 4.7%±0.3 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 3.2%±0.5 pts | 4.2% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.2 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 5.7%±0.7 pts | 5.9% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 14.6%±1.0 pts | 11.0% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 6.1%±0.8 pts | 8.0% | – |
| With a disability | 14.8%±1.4 pts | 14.1% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 8.9%±1.3 pts | 9.1% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 88.9%±1.2 pts | 91.9% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 21.8%±2.2 pts | 31.8% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 6.7%±1.0 pts | 10.5% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 2.1%±0.6 pts | 4.6% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Bingham County earn?
Half of Bingham County's 16,132 households earn less than $77,878 a year (±$5,354), against $77,800 in Idaho. In 2015-2019 the median was $68,269 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $9,609 after inflation. 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Bingham County | Idaho | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $77,878±$5,354 | $77,800 | +$9,609 |
| Mean household income | $96,279±$6,094 | $102,747 | – |
| Per capita income | $31,839±$1,742 | $38,952 | +$3,460 |
| People below the poverty line | 11.7%±2.1 pts | 10.6% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 15.5%±3.6 pts | 12.4% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 10.3%±1.7 pts | 7.6% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 89.4%±1.7 pts | 91.9% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Bingham County?
Owners occupy 80.5% of Bingham County's occupied homes and renters 19.5%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $293,300 by its owner (±$13,797). The median renter pays $874 a month including utilities, and 33.3% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Bingham County | Idaho | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $293,300±$13,797 | $418,600 | +$96,266 |
| Median gross rent | $874±$71 | $1,238 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 33.3%±5.5 pts | 36.9% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,505±$76 | $1,687 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 80.5%±2.4 pts | 72.1% | +3.7 pts |
| Housing units | 17,528±45 | 795,014 | +783 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.7%±0.8 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 3.5%±2.4 pts | 3.9% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 75.8%±2.7 pts | 73.8% | – |
| Mobile homes | 12.2%±2.3 pts | 6.9% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 2.3%±0.7 pts | 3.9% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 14.9%±2.3 pts | 7.9% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Bingham County building?
Builders took permits for 207 new housing units across Bingham County in 2025 (203 single-family), 4.0 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Bingham County get to work?
78.5% of Bingham County's workers drive alone and 6.5% work from home. The average trip to work takes 22.2 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 5.4%.
| Measure | Bingham County | Idaho | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 63.2%±1.7 pts | 63.0% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 5.4%±1.5 pts | 3.7% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 78.5%±2.4 pts | 72.7% | – |
| Carpooled | 11.2%±2.0 pts | 8.9% | – |
| Public transportation | 1.4%±0.5 pts | 0.5% | – |
| Walked | 1.7%±0.7 pts | 2.6% | – |
| Worked from home | 6.5%±1.1 pts | 13.3% | +1.8 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 22.2 min±1.2 | 21.6 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Bingham County's census tracts?
Bingham County is divided into 10 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $42,386 (Tract 9400) to $102,269 (Tract 9505.01).
| Tract 940016011940000 | 2,601±312 | $42,386 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 9501.0116011950101 | 4,004±410 | $96,542 |
| Tract 9501.0216011950102 | 6,045±588 | $89,364 |
| Tract 950216011950200 | 4,179±496 | $73,125 |
| Tract 950316011950300 | 5,838±488 | $82,834 |
| Tract 950416011950400 | 7,465±539 | $80,225 |
| Tract 9505.0116011950501 | 3,474±514 | $102,269 |
| Tract 9505.0216011950502 | 5,169±885 | $51,039 |
| Tract 950616011950600 | 5,865±636 | $73,290 |
| Tract 950716011950700 | 5,024±680 | $96,375 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Bingham County compare with Idaho's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 9th of 44 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 27th of 44 |
| Residents per square mile | 17th of 44 |
| Median household income | 8th of 44 |
| Median home value | 29th of 44 |
| Median gross rent | 29th of 44 |
| Poverty rate | 21st of 43 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 25th of 44 |
| Median age | 32nd of 44 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
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