Clark Fork, ID
Population 981 · Idaho
About Clark Fork, ID
Clark Fork is a small community in Idaho with a population of 981 residents. The median household income is $60,625 per year, which is near the national average. The median age in Clark Fork is 40.4 years.
Housing in Clark Fork has a median home value of $177,800 and median monthly rent of $1,071. Of the 416 total housing units, the majority are owner-occupied, with 212 owner-occupied and 149 renter-occupied units.
The unemployment rate in Clark Fork is 10.7% and the poverty rate is 22.6%. 7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 17.3 minutes.
How Clark Fork Ranks in Idaho
Cost of Living in Clark Fork, ID
Compared to national averages, Clark Fork has a median household income of $60,625 (19% below the national median of $75,149). Home values average $177,800, which is 27% below the national median. Monthly rent at $1,071 is 8% below the US average of $1,163. Within Idaho, Clark Fork's income is 7% below the state average of $65,190, and home values are 35% below the state median of $274,721.
Why Live in Clark Fork, ID?
Clark Fork offers affordable housing with a median home value of $177,800, below the US average of $244,900, and rent that’s lower than the national average at $1,071/month, and short commute times averaging just 17.3 minutes.
Potential considerations include median household income ($60,625) that falls below the national average. However, Clark Fork’s smaller community size offers a quieter lifestyle and tight-knit neighborhoods.
Clark Fork has a population of 981 with a median age of 40.4 years. Compare Clark Fork with other cities to see how it stacks up, or explore all cities in Idaho.
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Data source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates. Last updated: 2026-04-05.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Clark Fork
What is the population of Clark Fork, ID?
The population of Clark Fork, ID is 981 according to the latest Census data.
What is the median household income in Clark Fork?
The median household income in Clark Fork, ID is $60,625 per year.
What is the median home value in Clark Fork?
The median home value in Clark Fork, ID is $177,800.
What is the average rent in Clark Fork?
The median monthly rent in Clark Fork, ID is $1,071.
What is the unemployment rate in Clark Fork?
The unemployment rate in Clark Fork, ID is 10.7%.