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Kimberly

Pop. 5,111·4th most expensive in Idaho·Rental market data updated monthly for Kimberly, ID
Median rent (all units)
$2,050/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
Stable
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Kimberly · $2,050
More expensive than 65% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
25% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,050/mo, rent takes about 25% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$82,000/yr
Local median income
$97,799/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Kimberly's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$860
1 BR
$960
2 BR
$1,260
3 BR
$1,770
4 BR+
$2,120
Research median
$1,260/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: March 14, 2026

Annual cost
$24,600/yr
At $2,050/mo median
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Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +0.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Kimberly, ID is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
5,111
Median income
$97,799
Median age
32.2
Renters
17.3%
Age distribution
37.1%
19.9%
27.9%
Under 1837.1%
18–3419.9%
35–5427.9%
55–644.5%
65+10.7%
Gender
45.9%
54.1%
Male45.9%
Female54.1%
Race & ethnicity
68.2%
33.2%
White68.2%
Hispanic33.2%
Education (25+)
41.4%
36%
18.8%
No HS diploma3.9%
HS diploma41.4%
Some college36%
Bachelor's+18.8%
Housing tenure
82.7%
17.3%
Owner82.7%
Renter17.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Kimberly, ID has changed in 5 years

Income
$69,434 → $97,799
up 40.9%
Population
4,508 → 5,111
up 13.4%
Renter share
13.3% → 17.3%
+4.0 pts
Bachelor's+
16.3% → 18.8%
+2.5 pts

Household income in the area moved from $69,434 to $97,799 across the same window, up 40.9% versus 2021. Headcount in the area went from 4,508 to 5,111 between 2021 and 2024, a 13.4% change. About 17.3% of households rent today, against 13.3% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 16.3% to 18.8%.

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Kimberly rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Kimberly, ID

Last updated: March 14, 2026

The median rent in Kimberly is $2,050/mo as of March 2026. A studio apartment averages $860/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,260/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $960/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,770/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($97,799/yr), Kimberly ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Kimberly an affordable city for renters?

Kimberly is considered affordable for renters. At $2,050/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($97,799/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Kimberly falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Kimberly?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $82,000/year (~$39/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,050/mo in Kimberly. The local median household income is $97,799/yr, meaning the typical Kimberly household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Kimberly?

Rent in Kimberly has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of March 2026.

How does Kimberly rent compare to other cities in Idaho?

Kimberly is one of the pricier cities in Idaho for rent, ranking #4 out of 27 tracked cities at $2,050/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Kimberly?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Kimberly ($2,050/mo): Burley ($1,200/mo), Elko ($1,517/mo), Twin Falls ($1,575/mo).

What percentage of Kimberly residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 17.3% of Kimberly households are renters, while 82.7% are owner-occupied. Kimberly leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Kimberly rent compare to the national average?

Kimberly's median rent of $2,050/mo is $85 (4%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Idaho, it ranks #4 out of 27 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
25%
AFFORDABLE

At $2,050/mo, rent takes ~25% of Kimberly's median household income ($97,799/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax5.8%
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