Housing in Shoshone County

The inside story on rent prices
Source: US Census Bureau - ACS 5 Yr 2024

Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.

Rent in Shoshone County averages $943/month for a 2‑bedroom in 2024, compared to the Idaho median of $1,238 and the national median of $1,413. Local renters spend approximately 26% of household income on rent, below the national average of 32%.

HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Shoshone County FMR Area are $875 for a studio, $899 for 1‑bedroom, $1,180 for 2‑bedroom, $1,415 for 3‑bedroom, and $1,980 for 4‑bedroom.

HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $237 increase for a 2-bedroom in Shoshone County shows a 25% rise over that period.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Shoshone County was 5.6% in 2024, compared to Idaho at 3.7% and the national rate of 4.0%.

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