Boundary County Public RecordsIdaho

As of the 2020 Census, Boundary County, Idaho, had a population of 12,056. The median age was 44.4 years, with 22.6% under 18 and 23.3% aged 65 or older. The gender split was roughly equal, with 50.1% male and 49.9% female. Racially, the county was 91.6% White, 1.8% American Indian/Alaska Native, 0.5% Asian, 0.3% Black, and 5.0% identifying as two or more races; 3.9% of residents were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

Boundary County, Idaho, had 8,948 registered voters as of 2024, with Republicans comprising 63%, Democrats 14%, and unaffiliated 22%. The county conducts primary, general, and special elections, with key issues including land use and gun rights. In the 2020 presidential election, Donald Trump received 77% of the local vote. Elections are administered by the Boundary County Clerk’s office, with 9 polling locations countywide. Voter turnout in recent general elections has averaged 65%. Local races are primarily contested by Republican and Independent candidates, reflecting the county’s conservative leaning.

Boundary County, Idaho hosts 5 public schools, including the only high school, Bonners Ferry High School, serving grades 9–12 with a graduation rate of about 83%. Approximately 14% of local adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, below Idaho’s state average. School safety measures include on-site resource officers and security protocols. Schools score around 4–6/10 on GreatSchools for academics. The district offers vocational, agricultural, and dual-credit programs, plus adult education classes.

As of 2023, Boundary County, ID has an employment rate of approximately 57.6%. The largest employment sectors are education and health services (22%), retail trade (16%), and manufacturing (14%). Most common occupations include office and administrative support (15%) and sales (12%). About 75% of workers commute alone by car, with an average commute time of 21 minutes. While the majority work within the county, around 22% commute to neighboring areas such as Bonner County.

Boundary County, ID, offers a rural lifestyle with a 2024 median home value around $344,500 and a homeownership rate near 75%. Rental options are limited, with median rents averaging $1,100 per month. Housing types include single-family homes, cabins, and some manufactured houses. Neighborhoods like Bonners Ferry and Moyie Springs are popular. Property values have risen about 8% year-over-year. Property taxes average 0.7% of assessed value, notably below the national average. Rental vacancy rates remain low at about 3%, making this an increasingly competitive market for both buyers and renters.

Boundary County, Idaho, is known for its relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. In 2022, the violent crime rate was approximately 1.8 incidents per 1,000 residents, while the property crime rate stood at 7.2 per 1,000, both below state and national averages. Law enforcement agencies report high community involvement, and crime reporting follows Idaho State Police standards. Public safety initiatives and neighborhood watch programs contribute to Boundary County's reputation as a safe and close-knit community.