Rupert, ID
Population 6,157 · Idaho
About Rupert, ID
Rupert is a small community in Idaho with a population of 6,157 residents. The median household income is $54,444 per year, which is near the national average. The median age in Rupert is 31.7 years.
Housing in Rupert has a median home value of $182,500 and median monthly rent of $835. Of the 2,338 total housing units, the majority are owner-occupied, with 1,457 owner-occupied and 685 renter-occupied units.
The unemployment rate in Rupert is 4.2% and the poverty rate is 24.1%. 8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 15.4 minutes.
How Rupert Ranks in Idaho
Cost of Living in Rupert, ID
Compared to national averages, Rupert has a median household income of $54,444 (28% below the national median of $75,149). Home values average $182,500, which is 25% below the national median. Monthly rent at $835 is 28% below the US average of $1,163. Within Idaho, Rupert's income is 16% below the state average of $65,190, and home values are 34% below the state median of $274,721.
Why Live in Rupert, ID?
Rupert offers affordable housing with a median home value of $182,500, below the US average of $244,900, and rent that’s lower than the national average at $835/month, and short commute times averaging just 15.4 minutes.
Potential considerations include median household income ($54,444) that falls below the national average. However, Rupert’s smaller community size offers a quieter lifestyle and tight-knit neighborhoods.
Rupert has a population of 6,157 with a median age of 31.7 years. Compare Rupert with other cities to see how it stacks up, or explore all cities in Idaho.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fruitland | 6,405 | $62,703 | $286,300 | Compare |
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| Rigby | 5,251 | $78,278 | $267,200 | Compare |
| Shelley | 4,987 | $63,864 | $267,200 | Compare |
| Kimberly | 4,883 | $76,587 | $289,500 | Compare |
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| Buhl | 4,624 | $46,217 | $192,600 | Compare |
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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 Rupert
What is the population of Rupert, ID?
The population of Rupert, ID is 6,157 according to the latest Census data.
What is the median household income in Rupert?
The median household income in Rupert, ID is $54,444 per year.
What is the median home value in Rupert?
The median home value in Rupert, ID is $182,500.
What is the average rent in Rupert?
The median monthly rent in Rupert, ID is $835.
What is the unemployment rate in Rupert?
The unemployment rate in Rupert, ID is 4.2%.