What are the schools like in Nezperce, ID?

Nezperce is served primarily by NEZPERCE JOINT DISTRICT. The district operates several elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.9:1.

What is the median household income in Nezperce?

The median household income in Nezperce, ID is $55,625 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.2%.

What is the weather like in Nezperce, ID?

Nezperce has an average high temperature of 35.3°F in January and 79.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 28.9 inches.

Nezperce, ID Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Nezperce, ID affordable or expensive?

Nezperce's cost of living index is 88, where 100 represents the national average. This means Nezperce is 12% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $144,500 and the median rent is $625 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Nezperce, ID?

Crime rate data for Nezperce is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Nezperce, ID a Good Place to Live?

Nezperce is a small town of 518 in Idaho, with a median household income of $55,625 and a 4.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 88 (US average = 100), which is 12% below the national average.

Strengths: Nezperce stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Nezperce is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Nezperce city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 88.0

Nezperce's overall cost of living index is 88.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Nezperce costs roughly 12% less than the average American city.

Metric	Nezperce, ID	National Avg
Median Home Value	$144,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$625	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	83.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$55,625	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Crime data for Nezperce is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Nezperce is served primarily by NEZPERCE JOINT DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Nezperce, ID	National Avg
School District	NEZPERCE JOINT DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	9.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	19.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	89.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Nezperce sees average highs of 35.3°F in January and 79.8°F in July, with 20.0 inches of annual precipitation and 28.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Nezperce, ID
Average High — January	35.3°F
Average High — July	79.8°F
Annual Precipitation	20.0"
Annual Snowfall	28.9"

Demographics

Metric	Nezperce, ID	National Avg
Population	518	—
Median Age	41.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	15.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	80.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	8.7%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.7%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	28.6%	22.2%
65 and over	25.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Ferdinand, ID 9 mi Kamiah, ID 10 mi Craigmont, ID 11 mi Cottonwood, ID 14 mi Kooskia, ID 14 mi

ZIP Codes in Nezperce

Nezperce, ID is covered by 1 ZIP code:

83543

Nezperce vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nezperce, ID affordable or expensive?

Nezperce's cost of living index is 88, where 100 is the national average. That makes Nezperce roughly 12% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $144,500 and median rent is $625/month.

What is the crime rate in Nezperce, ID?

Crime data for Nezperce is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Nezperce?

Public schools in Nezperce are operated by NEZPERCE JOINT DISTRICT. The district has several elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.9:1. 19.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Nezperce, ID a good place to live?

Nezperce, ID has a population of 518, a median household income of $55,625, and an unemployment rate of 4.2%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Nezperce?

Nezperce averages 35.3°F in January and 79.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 20.0 inches with about 28.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Nezperce?

Nezperce, ID is covered by 1 ZIP code: 83543.

What is the population of Nezperce?

The population of Nezperce, Idaho is 518 with a median age of 41.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Nezperce?

Key numbers for living in Nezperce: cost of living index 88 (100 = US average), median home $144,500, median household income $55,625, crime index 15 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Nezperce side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.