What are the schools like in Ida, MI?

Ida is served primarily by Ida Public School District. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 17.2:1.

What is the median household income in Ida?

The median household income in Ida, MI is $99,464 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Ida, MI?

Ida has an average high temperature of 32.1°F in January and 84.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.8 inches and annual snowfall averages 39.1 inches.

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

Q: Is Ida, MI affordable or expensive?

Ida's cost of living index is 93, where 100 represents the national average. This means Ida is 7% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $183,700 and the median rent is N/A per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Ida, MI?

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

Is Ida, MI a Good Place to Live?

Ida is a small town of 686 in Michigan, with a median household income of $99,464 . Its cost of living index is 93 (US average = 100), which is 7% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Ida is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Ida 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: 93.2

Ida's overall cost of living index is 93.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Ida costs roughly 7% less than the average American city.

Metric	Ida, MI	National Avg
Median Home Value	$183,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	89.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$99,464	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Ida is served primarily by Ida Public School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 17.2:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Ida, MI	National Avg
School District	Ida Public School District	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	17.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	18.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	94.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Ida sees average highs of 32.1°F in January and 84.0°F in July, with 34.8 inches of annual precipitation and 39.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Ida, MI
Average High — January	32.1°F
Average High — July	84.0°F
Annual Precipitation	34.8"
Annual Snowfall	39.1"

Demographics

Metric	Ida, MI	National Avg
Population	686	—
Median Age	34.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	33.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	99.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.1%	6.3%
Under 18	22.7%	22.2%
65 and over	17.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

West Monroe, MI 7 mi Dundee, MI 7 mi South Monroe, MI 7 mi Petersburg, MI 8 mi Maybee, MI 8 mi

ZIP Codes in Ida

Ida, MI is covered by 1 ZIP code:

48140

Ida vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ida, MI affordable or expensive?

Ida's cost of living index is 93, where 100 is the national average. That makes Ida roughly 7% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $183,700 and median rent is N/A/month.

What is the crime rate in Ida, MI?

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

What are the schools like in Ida?

Public schools in Ida are operated by Ida Public School District. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 17.2:1. 18.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Ida, MI a good place to live?

Ida, MI has a population of 686, a median household income of $99,464, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. 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 Ida?

Ida averages 32.1°F in January and 84.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 34.8 inches with about 39.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Ida?

Ida, MI is covered by 1 ZIP code: 48140.

What is the population of Ida?

The population of Ida, Michigan is 686 with a median age of 34.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Ida?

Key numbers for living in Ida: cost of living index 93 (100 = US average), median home $183,700, median household income $99,464, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Ida side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.