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Latah County, Idaho
Latah County, Idaho. Latah County had 41,842 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 5.9% since 2020, slower than Idaho (+10.4%). It holds 11 places (9 cities, villages and boroughs and 2 census-designated) and 9 census tracts. GEOID 16057.
Latah County is the county of the Moscow, ID micropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
41,842
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 39,517 · ACS 2020-2024: 41,049
Median household income
$65,424
±$3,248 (90% margin)
Idaho: $77,800
Median home value
$368,600
±$12,083 (90% margin)
Idaho: $418,600
Median gross rent
$929
±$32 (90% margin)
Idaho: $1,238
How many people live in Latah County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 39,517 residents in Latah County. The Census Bureau estimates 41,842 for July 1, 2025, up 5.9% since 2020, slower than Idaho (+10.4%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 41,049 over 1,076 square miles of land.
| Measure | Latah County | Idaho | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 41,049 | 1,934,262 | +1,544 |
| Households | 16,270±289 | 713,005 | +848 |
| Average household size | 2.28±0.04 | 2.64 | −0.07 |
| Housing units | 17,591±57 | 795,014 | +631 |
Latah County's population since 2000
From 34,935 in 2000 to 41,842 in 2025: up 19.8%. 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 Latah County?
Latah County holds 11 places: 9 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 2 census-designated places. The largest is Moscow with 26,721 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Moscow | 25,435 | $57,022 |
|---|---|---|
| Genesee | 1,030 | $85,673 |
| Troy | 890 | $81,375 |
| PotlatchGEOID 1664900 | 763 | $76,607 |
| Juliaetta | 624 | $52,455 |
| Deary | 508 | $65,000 |
| Kendrick | 288 | $64,821 |
| OnawayGEOID 1658870 | 196 | $78,750 |
| PrincetonGEOID 1665620 | 193 | not published |
| Bovill | 191 | $38,750 |
| ViolaGEOID 1684430 | 135 | not published |
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 Latah County?
The median resident of Latah County is 30.6 years old; 18.9% are under 18 and 14.8% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 84.5%, then non-Hispanic residents of two or more races at 6.1%. 3.9% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Latah County | Idaho | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 30.6±0.3 | 37.3 | +1.9 |
| Under 18 years | 18.9%±0.1 pts | 24.1% | – |
| 65 years and over | 14.8%±0.1 pts | 17.0% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 5.2% | 13.6% | +0.8 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 84.5%±1.2 pts | 78.6% | −4.2 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 1.0%±0.2 pts | 0.7% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 2.1%±0.4 pts | 1.3% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.5%±0.2 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 6.1%±1.2 pts | 4.2% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.5%±0.3 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 3.9%±0.8 pts | 5.9% | −2.2 pts |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 5.7%±1.0 pts | 11.0% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 6.1%±0.8 pts | 8.0% | – |
| With a disability | 13.1%±1.2 pts | 14.1% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 8.1%±1.4 pts | 9.1% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 96.5%±0.8 pts | 91.9% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 43.0%±2.2 pts | 31.8% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 16.4%±1.7 pts | 10.5% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 5.9%±1.0 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 Latah County earn?
Half of Latah County's 16,270 households earn less than $65,424 a year (±$3,248), against $77,800 in Idaho. In 2015-2019 the median was $60,498 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $4,926 after inflation. 17.6% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Latah County | Idaho | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $65,424±$3,248 | $77,800 | +$4,926 |
| Mean household income | $88,649±$5,104 | $102,747 | – |
| Per capita income | $36,063±$2,098 | $38,952 | +$2,821 |
| People below the poverty line | 17.6%±1.9 pts | 10.6% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 13.1%±3.9 pts | 12.4% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 5.4%±1.2 pts | 7.6% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 90.1%±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 Latah County?
Owners occupy 58.7% of Latah County's occupied homes and renters 41.3%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $368,600 by its owner (±$12,083). The median renter pays $929 a month including utilities, and 45.9% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Latah County | Idaho | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $368,600±$12,083 | $418,600 | +$87,756 |
| Median gross rent | $929±$32 | $1,238 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 45.9%±4.8 pts | 36.9% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,722±$57 | $1,687 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 58.7%±2.1 pts | 72.1% | +4.4 pts |
| Housing units | 17,591±57 | 795,014 | +631 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.6%±0.7 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 3.6%±2.0 pts | 3.9% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 54.2%±2.5 pts | 73.8% | – |
| Mobile homes | 10.4%±1.5 pts | 6.9% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.7%±0.8 pts | 3.9% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 13.8%±1.8 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 Latah County building?
Builders took permits for 240 new housing units across Latah County in 2025 (130 single-family), 5.7 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 Latah County get to work?
67.4% of Latah County's workers drive alone and 9.9% work from home. The average trip to work takes 18.7 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 6.8%.
| Measure | Latah County | Idaho | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 62.0%±1.8 pts | 63.0% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 6.8%±1.4 pts | 3.7% | +2.6 pts |
| Drove alone to work | 67.4%±2.9 pts | 72.7% | – |
| Carpooled | 9.4%±1.6 pts | 8.9% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.5% | – |
| Walked | 11.0%±1.6 pts | 2.6% | – |
| Worked from home | 9.9%±1.9 pts | 13.3% | +5.8 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 18.7 min±1.1 | 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 Latah County's census tracts?
Latah County is divided into 9 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $43,781 (Tract 53.02) to $89,375 (Tract 55).
| Tract 51.0116057005101 | 2,883±390 | $63,438 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 51.0216057005102 | 4,784±583 | $48,240 |
| Tract 5216057005200 | 6,560±650 | $87,073 |
| Tract 53.0116057005301 | 2,404±299 | $78,168 |
| Tract 53.0216057005302 | 5,988±677 | $43,781 |
| Tract 5416057005400 | 6,723±433 | $44,524 |
| Tract 5516057005500 | 4,339±406 | $89,375 |
| Tract 5616057005600 | 4,036±355 | $79,521 |
| Tract 5716057005700 | 3,332±306 | $75,654 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Latah County compare with Idaho's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 11th of 44 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 32nd of 44 |
| Residents per square mile | 11th of 44 |
| Median household income | 28th of 44 |
| Median home value | 17th of 44 |
| Median gross rent | 22nd of 44 |
| Poverty rate | 4th of 43 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 4th of 44 |
| Median age | 43rd 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
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for Latah County are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' school search.