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Lapwai, Idaho

Lapwai, Idaho, in Nez Perce county, is 91 miles S of Spokane, Washington (center to center) and 273 miles E of Seattle, Washington. The city has a population of 1,134.

The People and Families of Lapwai

In Lapwai, about 40% of adults are married. Households are larger than most, which is consistent with the family emphasis of the city. One thing visitors notice about the city is the large number of young children, especially babies and pre-school kids. Lapwai is known for its large population of single adults.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Lapwai had a median family income of $30,417.

Lapwai Housing

About 67% of housing units in Lapwai are owner-occupied. Housing in the city tends to be newer construction.

Commuting

In Lapwai, 92% of commuters drive to work. Commuting to work is generally easier in Lapwai than in most places of its size.

High Points

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

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Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 8%Lapwai Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of Lapwai, ID

Comparing Lapwai 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
Children Under 5 Years Old1010
Female Share of the Population69
Male Share of the Population52
Racial Diversity43
Senior Citizens11
Well-Paid Single Men11
Age of the Population11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size1010
Portion of People Married11

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults55
People Above Poverty21
Median Family Income22
People in Middle Class or Better22

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times109
Walking and Biking to Work64
Public Transportation Use54
Working at Home21

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built98
Affordability of Property Taxes78
Affordability of Rents67
Seasonal and Vacation Housing32
People Living Alone12
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals11
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