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Athol, ID


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Athol, Idaho

Athol, Idaho, in Kootenai county, is 38 miles NE of Spokane, Washington (center to center) and 262 miles E of Seattle, Washington. The city contains a population of approximately 676.

The People and Families of Athol

In Athol, about 59% of adults are married.

Unlike most cities, Athol has proportionately more males than females.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Athol had a median family income of $31,875.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Athol favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $520. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the city.

Athol Housing

Athol has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 84% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Homes in the city are newer than those found in most places.

Commuting

In Athol, 94% of commuters drive to work. Be careful driving aroung Athol -- lots of residents enjoy bicycling and walking there.

High Points

Athol strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Idaho):

CategoryTrophy
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 15%Athol Walking and Biking to Work

Comparative Profile of Athol, ID

Comparing Athol to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Idaho (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Male Share of the Population109
Children Under 5 Years Old86
Well-Paid Single Men35
Senior Citizens35
Age of the Population36
Female Share of the Population12
Racial Diversity11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size85
Portion of People Married65

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty45
People in Middle Class or Better23
Median Family Income22
College Educated Adults21

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work98
Working at Home64
Short Commute Times31
Public Transportation Use32

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built109
Seasonal and Vacation Housing87
Affordability of Property Taxes55
People Living Alone34
Affordability of Rents22
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals22

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