Living in Kootenai County, Idaho

Kootenai County is a county in Idaho with a population of around 150,346, part of the Coeur d'Alene, ID MSA metro area. The main communities are Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls, Hayden.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,918/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $553K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.0%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 37°F) and cool summers (highs around 73°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk and hurricane risk.

Demographics

Kootenai County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 40 and a predominantly working-class population (25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.