Priest River, ID

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2,170
TOTAL POPULATION
1,184
MALE POPULATION
986
FEMALE POPULATION
120.08
MALES / 100 FEMALES
83.28
FEMALES / 100 MALES
43.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$28,731
PER CAPITA INCOME
$54,457
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$49,868
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
30.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
69.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
870
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
50.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Race in Priest River

The most populous races in Priest River are White / Caucasian (1,926 | 88.8%), Two or more Races (213 | 9.8%), and Hispanic or Latino (57 | 2.6%).
Race in Priest River
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino572.6%
Native / Alaskan110.5%
White / Caucasian1,92688.8%
Two or more Races2139.8%
Some other Race200.9%
Total2,170100.0%

Ancestry in Priest River

The most populous ancestries reported in Priest River are German (605 | 27.9%), Irish (469 | 21.6%), English (241 | 11.1%), Swedish (211 | 9.7%), and Norwegian (167 | 7.7%), together accounting for 78.0% of all Priest River residents.
Ancestry in Priest River
Ancestry# Population% Population
American462.1%
Apache30.1%
Arab20.1%
British321.5%
Canadian482.2%
Cherokee261.2%
Chickasaw70.3%
Czech542.5%
Danish381.8%
Dutch311.4%
English24111.1%
Finnish30.1%
French813.7%
French American Indian80.4%
French Canadian462.1%
German60527.9%
Indian (Asian)60.3%
Irish46921.6%
Italian1175.4%
Korean301.4%
Lebanese20.1%
Luxembourger80.4%
Mexican311.4%
Navajo30.1%
Norwegian1677.7%
Polish482.2%
Portuguese150.7%
Puget Sound Salish110.5%
Romanian100.5%
Russian311.4%
Scandinavian80.4%
Scotch-Irish411.9%
Scottish462.1%
Spanish261.2%
Swedish2119.7%
Ukrainian50.2%
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Immigrants in Priest River

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Priest River came from Eastern Europe (5 | 0.2%), Europe (5 | 0.2%), and Ukraine (5 | 0.2%), together accounting for 0.7% of all Priest River residents.
Immigrants in Priest River
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Eastern Europe50.2%
Europe50.2%
Ukraine50.2%
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Sex and Age in Priest River

Sex and Age in Priest River

The most populous age groups in Priest River are 10 to 14 Years (145 | 12.2%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (106 | 10.7%) for women.
Sex and Age in Priest River
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years27 (2.3%)54 (5.5%)
5 to 9 Years50 (4.2%)73 (7.4%)
10 to 14 Years145 (12.2%)68 (6.9%)
15 to 19 Years73 (6.2%)34 (3.5%)
20 to 24 Years113 (9.5%)74 (7.5%)
25 to 29 Years40 (3.4%)29 (2.9%)
30 to 34 Years51 (4.3%)54 (5.5%)
35 to 39 Years57 (4.8%)66 (6.7%)
40 to 44 Years110 (9.3%)51 (5.2%)
45 to 49 Years53 (4.5%)103 (10.4%)
50 to 54 Years62 (5.2%)18 (1.8%)
55 to 59 Years51 (4.3%)106 (10.7%)
60 to 64 Years75 (6.3%)24 (2.4%)
65 to 69 Years112 (9.5%)99 (10.0%)
70 to 74 Years79 (6.7%)56 (5.7%)
75 to 79 Years46 (3.9%)41 (4.2%)
80 to 84 Years14 (1.2%)17 (1.7%)
85 Years and over26 (2.2%)19 (1.9%)
Total1,184 (100.0%)986 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Priest River

Median Family Size in Priest River

The median family size in Priest River is 3.24 persons per family, with single female/mother families (96 | 18.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.52 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (62 | 11.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.45 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Priest River
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple376 (70.4%)3.30
Single Male/Father62 (11.6%)2.45
Single Female/Mother96 (18.0%)3.52
Total Families534 (100.0%)3.24

Median Household Size in Priest River

The median household size in Priest River is 2.46 persons per household, with single female/mother households (96 | 10.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.74 persons per household. non-family households (346 | 39.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.13 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Priest River
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple376 (42.7%)3.31
Single Male/Father62 (7.0%)2.76
Single Female/Mother96 (10.9%)3.74
Non-family346 (39.3%)1.13
Total Households880 (100.0%)2.46

Household Size by Marriage Status in Priest River

Out of a total of 880 households in Priest River, 534 (60.7%) are family households, while 346 (39.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 274, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 324.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Priest River
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-324 (36.8%)
2-Person Households274 (31.1%)13 (1.5%)
3-Person Households113 (12.8%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households60 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households32 (3.6%)9 (1.0%)
6-Person Households15 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households40 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total534 (60.7%)346 (39.3%)

Female Fertility in Priest River

Fertility by Age in Priest River

Average fertility rate in Priest River is 416.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 637.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 58.5% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Priest River
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years100 (58.5%)637.0
35 to 50 years71 (41.5%)323.0
Total171 (100.0%)416.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Priest River

82.5% of women with births (171) in Priest River are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 18.3% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 17.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Priest River
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years83 (83.0%)17 (17.0%)
35 to 50 years58 (81.7%)13 (18.3%)
Total141 (82.5%)30 (17.5%)

Fertility by Education in Priest River

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Priest River
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School12 (7.0%)279.0
High School Diploma50 (29.2%)301.0
College or Associate's Degree80 (46.8%)541.0
Bachelor's Degree29 (17.0%)604.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total171 (100.0%)416.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Priest River

17.5% of women with births in Priest River are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are least likely to be married with 44.8% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Priest River
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree63 (78.7%)17 (21.2%)
Bachelor's Degree16 (55.2%)13 (44.8%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total141 (82.5%)30 (17.5%)

Income in Priest River

Income Overview in Priest River

Per Capita Income in Priest River is $28,731, while median incomes of families and households are $54,457 and $49,868 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,170$28,731
Median Family Income534$54,457
Mean Family Income534$82,812
Median Household Income880$49,868
Mean Household Income880$66,338
Income Deficit534$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,17030.17%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,17069.83¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,1700.47

Earnings by Sex in Priest River

Average Earnings in Priest River are $34,970, $43,667 for men and $30,494 for women, a difference of 30.2%.
Earnings by Sex in Priest River
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male538 (56.0%)$43,667
Female423 (44.0%)$30,494
Total961 (100.0%)$34,970

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Priest River

The most common earnings brackets in Priest River are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (89 | 16.5%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (56 | 13.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Priest River
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less25 (4.6%)27 (6.4%)
$2,500 to $4,99931 (5.8%)29 (6.9%)
$5,000 to $7,49933 (6.1%)34 (8.0%)
$7,500 to $9,99931 (5.8%)5 (1.2%)
$10,000 to $12,49923 (4.3%)20 (4.7%)
$12,500 to $14,99920 (3.7%)8 (1.9%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9999 (1.7%)23 (5.4%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)19 (4.5%)
$22,500 to $24,99922 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)38 (9.0%)
$30,000 to $34,99928 (5.2%)56 (13.2%)
$35,000 to $39,99921 (3.9%)40 (9.5%)
$40,000 to $44,99942 (7.8%)45 (10.6%)
$45,000 to $49,99938 (7.1%)6 (1.4%)
$50,000 to $54,99923 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99989 (16.5%)23 (5.4%)
$65,000 to $74,99968 (12.6%)31 (7.3%)
$75,000 to $99,9992 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+33 (6.1%)19 (4.5%)
Total538 (100.0%)423 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Priest River

Average earnings in Priest River are $45,956 for men and $33,846 for women, a difference of 26.4%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $55,536, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $45,000. Women with an educational attainment of high school diploma earn the most with the average annual earnings of $32,153, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $30,455.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Priest River
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$45,000$32,153
College or Associate's Degree$55,536$30,455
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$45,956$33,846

Family Income in Priest River

Family Income Brackets in Priest River

According to the Priest River family income data, there are 133 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.9% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Priest River
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000264.9%
$10,000 to $14,99961.1%
$15,000 to $24,999244.5%
$25,000 to $34,9998015.0%
$35,000 to $49,9998115.2%
$50,000 to $74,99913324.9%
$75,000 to $99,9998816.5%
$100,000 to $149,9996211.6%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+346.4%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Priest River

5-person families (32 | 6.0%) account for the highest median family income in Priest River with $67,500 per family, while 2-person families (289 | 54.1%) have the highest median income of $24,575 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Priest River
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families289 (54.1%)$49,150
3-Person Families103 (19.3%)$40,208
4-Person Families55 (10.3%)$0
5-Person Families32 (6.0%)$67,500
6-Person Families27 (5.1%)$0
7+ Person Families28 (5.2%)$0
Total534 (100.0%)$54,457

Family Income by Number of Earners in Priest River

The median family income in Priest River is $54,457, with families comprising 3+ earners (62) having the highest median family income of $92,188, while families with no earners (153) have the lowest median family income of $45,662, accounting for 11.6% and 28.6% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Priest River
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners153 (28.6%)$45,662
1 Earner123 (23.0%)$46,359
2 Earners196 (36.7%)$81,667
3+ Earners62 (11.6%)$92,188
Total534 (100.0%)$54,457

Household Income in Priest River

Household Income Brackets in Priest River

With 223 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Priest River, accounting for 25.3% of all households. In contrast, only 12 households (1.4%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Priest River
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000414.7%
$10,000 to $14,999667.5%
$15,000 to $24,999879.9%
$25,000 to $34,99914116.0%
$35,000 to $49,99910712.2%
$50,000 to $74,99922325.3%
$75,000 to $99,9999711.0%
$100,000 to $149,999728.2%
$150,000 to $199,999121.4%
$200,000+343.9%

Household Income by Householder Age in Priest River

The median household income in Priest River is $49,868, with the highest median household income of $76,250 found in the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 12 households (1.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $45,197, with 357 households (40.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Priest River
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years12 (1.4%)$76,250
25 to 44 Years188 (21.4%)$53,415
45 to 64 Years323 (36.7%)$63,942
65+ Years357 (40.6%)$45,197
Total880 (100.0%)$49,868

Poverty in Priest River

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Priest River

With 8.5% poverty level for males and 7.5% for females among the residents of Priest River, 5 year old males and 25 to 34 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 13 males (100.0%) and 20 females (24.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Priest River
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years11 (7.6%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years18 (19.8%)20 (24.1%)
35 to 44 Years13 (7.8%)9 (7.7%)
45 to 54 Years23 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years9 (7.1%)17 (13.1%)
65 to 74 Years4 (2.1%)19 (12.3%)
75 Years and over10 (11.6%)7 (9.1%)
Total101 (8.5%)72 (7.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Priest River

According to the poverty statistics in Priest River, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Priest River
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years27 (100.0%)54 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years134 (92.4%)56 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years37 (100.0%)31 (100.0%)
15 Years26 (100.0%)7 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years35 (100.0%)27 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years125 (100.0%)74 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years73 (80.2%)63 (75.9%)
35 to 44 Years154 (92.2%)108 (92.3%)
45 to 54 Years92 (80.0%)121 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years117 (92.9%)113 (86.9%)
65 to 74 Years187 (97.9%)136 (87.7%)
75 Years and over76 (88.4%)70 (90.9%)
Total1,083 (91.5%)888 (92.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Priest River

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Priest River show that 9.3% or 35 of the total 376 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 17.4%, comprising of 20 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Priest River
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children186 (92.5%)15 (7.5%)
1 or 2 Children95 (82.6%)20 (17.4%)
3 or 4 Children60 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total341 (90.7%)35 (9.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Priest River

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Priest River
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children13 (65.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total13 (21.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Priest River

The poverty data for Priest River shows that 35 of the married-couple family households (9.3%) and 13 of the single-parent households (8.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 20 households (17.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 13 household (18.1%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Priest River
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children15 (7.5%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children20 (17.4%)13 (18.1%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total35 (9.3%)13 (8.2%)

Employment Characteristics in Priest River

Employment by Class of Employer in Priest River

Among the 862 employed individuals in Priest River, private company employees (520 | 60.3%), local government employees (122 | 14.1%), and not-for-profit organizations (80 | 9.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Priest River
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees52060.3%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)374.3%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)617.1%
Not-for-profit Organizations809.3%
Local Government Employees12214.1%
State Government Employees182.1%
Federal Government Employees242.8%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total862100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Priest River

According to the labor force statistics for Priest River, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,720), 50.6% or 870 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.0% or 9 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 89.9% or 62 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 29.0% or 9 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Priest River
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years31 (41.9%)9 (29.0%)
20 to 24 Years153 (81.8%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years62 (89.9%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years71 (67.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years182 (64.1%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years176 (74.6%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years116 (73.9%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years54 (54.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years26 (7.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total870 (50.6%)9 (1.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Priest River

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Priest River
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School55 (47.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma301 (71.2%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree236 (71.5%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher69 (86.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total661 (69.6%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Priest River

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Priest River are Management (67 | 7.8%), Business & Financial (36 | 4.2%), Community & Social Service (22 | 2.5%), Education Instruction & Library (13 | 1.5%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (13 | 1.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Priest River

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Priest River
OccupationMaleFemale
Management36 (53.7%)31 (46.3%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)36 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)36 (24.7%)110 (75.3%)
Total (Overall)477 (55.3%)385 (44.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Priest River are Cleaning & Maintenance (72 | 8.4%), Healthcare Support (45 | 5.2%), Personal Care & Service (40 | 4.6%), Food Preparation & Serving (34 | 3.9%), and Security & Protection (15 | 1.7%).
Services Occupations in Priest River

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Priest River, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Healthcare Support (51.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (91.2%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (58.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Priest River
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support23 (51.1%)22 (48.9%)
Security & Protection15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving3 (8.8%)31 (91.2%)
Cleaning & Maintenance30 (41.7%)42 (58.3%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)40 (100.0%)
Total (Category)71 (34.5%)135 (65.5%)
Total (Overall)477 (55.3%)385 (44.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Priest River are Office & Administration (106 | 12.3%), and Sales & Related (45 | 5.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Priest River

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Priest River
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related14 (31.1%)31 (68.9%)
Office & Administration18 (17.0%)88 (83.0%)
Total (Category)32 (21.2%)119 (78.8%)
Total (Overall)477 (55.3%)385 (44.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Priest River are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (86 | 10.0%), and Construction & Extraction (66 | 7.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Priest River

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Priest River
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction66 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair86 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)152 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)477 (55.3%)385 (44.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Priest River are Material Moving (90 | 10.4%), Production (79 | 9.2%), and Transportation (38 | 4.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Priest River

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Priest River
OccupationMaleFemale
Production76 (96.2%)3 (3.8%)
Transportation38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving72 (80.0%)18 (20.0%)
Total (Category)186 (89.9%)21 (10.1%)
Total (Overall)477 (55.3%)385 (44.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Priest River

Employment Industries in Priest River

The major employment industries in Priest River include Manufacturing (149 | 17.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (137 | 15.9%), Construction (126 | 14.6%), Retail Trade (85 | 9.9%), and Accommodation & Food Services (84 | 9.7%).
Employment Industries in Priest River

Employment Industries by Sex in Priest River

The Priest River industries that see more men than women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Professional & Scientific (100.0%), Administrative & Support (100.0%), and Educational Services (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Priest River
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting2 (20.0%)8 (80.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction109 (86.5%)17 (13.5%)
Manufacturing112 (75.2%)37 (24.8%)
Wholesale Trade4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade36 (42.3%)49 (57.7%)
Transportation & Warehousing54 (90.0%)6 (10.0%)
Utilities22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance32 (23.4%)105 (76.6%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services24 (28.6%)60 (71.4%)
Public Administration18 (48.6%)19 (51.3%)
Total477 (55.3%)385 (44.7%)

Education in Priest River

School Enrollment in Priest River

The most common levels of schooling among the 430 students in Priest River are middle school (167 | 38.8%), elementary school (115 | 26.7%), and high school (82 | 19.1%).
School Enrollment in Priest River
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool81.9%
Kindergarten286.5%
Elementary School11526.7%
Middle School16738.8%
High School8219.1%
College / Undergraduate307.0%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total430100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Priest River

Out of a total of 430 students who are enrolled in schools in Priest River, 51 (11.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 379 (88.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 8 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 7 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Priest River
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old101 (91.8%)9 (8.2%)
10 to 14 Year Olds176 (88.0%)24 (12.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds72 (87.8%)10 (12.2%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total379 (88.1%)51 (11.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Priest River

Business (46 | 30.5%), education (18 | 11.9%), social sciences (15 | 9.9%), arts & humanities (15 | 9.9%), and psychology (14 | 9.3%) are the most common fields of study among 151 individuals in Priest River who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Priest River
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural117.3%
Physical & Health Sciences117.3%
Psychology149.3%
Social Sciences159.9%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology64.0%
Business4630.5%
Education1811.9%
Literature & Languages64.0%
Liberal Arts & History64.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications32.0%
Arts & Humanities159.9%
Total151100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Priest River

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Priest River

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Priest River are males with 3 vehicles (122, accounting for 25.7%) and females with 3 vehicles (27, making up 31.9%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Priest River
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle5 (1.1%)3 (0.8%)
1 Vehicle71 (14.9%)109 (28.5%)
2 Vehicles118 (24.8%)112 (29.2%)
3 Vehicles122 (25.7%)27 (7.0%)
4 Vehicles86 (18.1%)67 (17.5%)
5 or more Vehicles73 (15.4%)65 (17.0%)
Total475 (100.0%)383 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Priest River

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Priest River are 30 to 34 minutes (161 commuters, 20.5%), 5 to 9 minutes (133 commuters, 16.9%), and 10 to 14 minutes (121 commuters, 15.4%).
Commute Time in Priest River
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes9612.2%
5 to 9 Minutes13316.9%
10 to 14 Minutes12115.4%
15 to 19 Minutes9912.6%
20 to 24 Minutes00.0%
25 to 29 Minutes263.3%
30 to 34 Minutes16120.5%
35 to 39 Minutes283.6%
40 to 44 Minutes465.9%
45 to 59 Minutes476.0%
60 to 89 Minutes293.7%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Priest River

The most common commute times in Priest River are less than 5 minutes (72 commuters, 17.0%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (90 commuters, 24.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Priest River
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes72 (17.0%)24 (6.6%)
5 to 9 Minutes54 (12.8%)79 (21.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes63 (14.9%)58 (16.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes62 (14.7%)37 (10.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes6 (1.4%)20 (5.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes71 (16.8%)90 (24.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes18 (4.3%)10 (2.8%)
40 to 44 Minutes12 (2.8%)34 (9.4%)
45 to 59 Minutes36 (8.5%)11 (3.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes29 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Priest River

The most frequent times of departure to work in Priest River are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (75, 17.7%) for males and 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM (60, 16.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Priest River
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM75 (17.7%)30 (8.3%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM63 (14.9%)28 (7.7%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM24 (5.7%)7 (1.9%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM16 (3.8%)19 (5.2%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM0 (0.0%)42 (11.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM69 (16.3%)26 (7.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM60 (14.2%)54 (14.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM36 (8.5%)38 (10.5%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)60 (16.5%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM12 (2.8%)11 (3.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)11 (3.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM6 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM30 (7.1%)8 (2.2%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM32 (7.6%)29 (8.0%)
Total423 (100.0%)363 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Priest River

Occupancy by Ownership in Priest River

Of the total 880 dwellings in Priest River, owner-occupied units account for 665 (75.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 215 (24.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Priest River
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units66575.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units21524.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units880100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Priest River

Occupancy by Household Size in Priest River
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household32436.8%
2-Person Household28732.6%
3-Person Household11312.8%
4+ Person Household15617.7%
Total Housing Units880100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Priest River

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Priest River
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household236 (72.8%)88 (27.2%)
2-Person Household240 (83.6%)47 (16.4%)
3-Person Household56 (49.6%)57 (50.4%)
4+ Person Household133 (85.3%)23 (14.7%)
Total Housing Units665 (75.6%)215 (24.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Priest River

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Priest River
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School36 (46.8%)41 (53.2%)
High School Diploma284 (73.0%)105 (27.0%)
College/Associate Degree295 (84.1%)56 (16.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher50 (79.4%)13 (20.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Priest River

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Priest River
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years859.7%
35 to 44 Years11513.1%
45 to 54 Years14916.9%
55 to 64 Years17419.8%
65 to 74 Years23927.2%
75 to 84 Years778.7%
85 Years and Over414.7%
Total880100.0%

Housing Finances in Priest River

Median Income by Occupancy in Priest River

Median Income by Occupancy in Priest River
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied665 (75.6%)$53,994
Renter-Occupied215 (24.4%)$29,583
Average880 (100.0%)$49,868

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Priest River

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Priest River
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00010 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,99911 (1.7%)20 (9.3%)
$10,000 to $14,99913 (1.9%)53 (24.6%)
$15,000 to $19,99936 (5.4%)10 (4.6%)
$20,000 to $24,99939 (5.9%)2 (0.9%)
$25,000 to $34,999105 (15.8%)36 (16.7%)
$35,000 to $49,99994 (14.1%)13 (6.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999169 (25.4%)54 (25.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99983 (12.5%)14 (6.5%)
$100,000 to $149,99959 (8.9%)13 (6.0%)
$150,000 or more46 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total665 (100.0%)215 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Priest River

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Priest River
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30054 (8.1%)23 (10.7%)
$300 to $499186 (28.0%)57 (26.5%)
$500 to $799134 (20.2%)36 (16.7%)
$800 to $99936 (5.4%)24 (11.2%)
$1,000 to $1,499168 (25.3%)57 (26.5%)
$1,500 to $1,99979 (11.9%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4998 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total665 (100.0%)215 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Priest River

Housing Structures in Priest River

Housing Structures in Priest River
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached62470.9%
Single Unit, Attached30.3%
2 Unit Apartments70.8%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments424.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments424.8%
10 or more Apartments202.3%
Mobile Home / Other14216.1%
Total880100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Priest River

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Priest River
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached560 (89.7%)64 (10.3%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)42 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)42 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other105 (73.9%)37 (26.1%)
Total665 (75.6%)215 (24.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Priest River

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Priest River
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room7 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms37 (5.6%)63 (29.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms269 (40.5%)111 (51.6%)
6 or 7 Rooms230 (34.6%)38 (17.7%)
8 or more Rooms122 (18.3%)3 (1.4%)
Total665 (100.0%)215 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Priest River

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Priest River
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas25 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas47 (7.1%)13 (6.0%)
Electricity341 (51.3%)150 (69.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene77 (11.6%)21 (9.8%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels154 (23.2%)25 (11.6%)
No Fuel Used21 (3.2%)6 (2.8%)
Total665 (100.0%)215 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Priest River

Household Vehicle Usage in Priest River
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle13 (1.9%)20 (9.3%)
1 Vehicle284 (42.7%)102 (47.4%)
2 Vehicles158 (23.8%)58 (27.0%)
3 or more Vehicles210 (31.6%)35 (16.3%)
Total665 (100.0%)215 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Priest River

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Priest River

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units368297
Median Property Value$223,500$242,700
Median Household Income$45,862$34
Monthly Housing Costs$449$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,356$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Priest River

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Priest River
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00051 (13.9%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99957 (15.5%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999172 (46.7%)205 (69.0%)
$300,000 to $499,99937 (10.1%)87 (29.3%)
$500,000 to $749,99951 (13.9%)2 (0.7%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)3 (1.0%)
Total368 (100.0%)297 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Priest River

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Priest River
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00021 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99968 (18.5%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99979 (21.5%)20 (6.7%)
$35,000 to $49,99964 (17.4%)26 (8.7%)
$50,000 to $74,99969 (18.8%)30 (10.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99953 (14.4%)100 (33.7%)
$100,000 to $149,9992 (0.5%)30 (10.1%)
$150,000 or more12 (3.3%)57 (19.2%)
Total368 (100.0%)297 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Priest River

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Priest River
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x78 (21.2%)66,250 (22,306.4%)
2.0x to 2.9x24 (6.5%)67 (22.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x32 (8.7%)33 (11.1%)
4.0x or more234 (63.6%)50 (16.8%)
Total368 (100.0%)297 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Priest River

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Priest River
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80092 (25.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49999 (26.9%)36 (12.1%)
$800 to $1,499153 (41.6%)115 (38.7%)
Total368 (100.0%)297 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Priest River

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Priest River

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Priest River
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years116 (95.1%)6 (4.9%)
6 to 18 Years321 (82.3%)69 (17.7%)
19 to 25 Years164 (77.7%)47 (22.3%)
26 to 34 Years102 (63.0%)60 (37.0%)
35 to 44 Years234 (82.4%)50 (17.6%)
45 to 54 Years210 (89.0%)26 (11.0%)
55 to 64 Years254 (99.2%)2 (0.8%)
65 to 74 Years346 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older163 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,910 (88.0%)260 (12.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Priest River

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Priest River
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born116 (95.1%)6 (4.9%)
Foreign Born, Citizen321 (82.3%)69 (17.7%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen164 (77.7%)47 (22.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Priest River

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Priest River
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000227 (92.6%)18 (7.3%)
$25,000 to $49,999449 (86.2%)72 (13.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999637 (88.8%)80 (11.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999172 (71.1%)70 (28.9%)
$100,000 and over423 (95.9%)18 (4.1%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Priest River

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Priest River
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 665 (53.3%)51 (41.8%)
6 to 18 Years175 (44.9%)165 (42.3%)
19 to 25 Years11 (5.2%)153 (72.5%)
25 to 34 Years22 (13.6%)80 (49.4%)
35 to 44 Years98 (34.5%)162 (57.0%)
45 to 54 Years38 (16.1%)187 (79.2%)
55 to 64 Years116 (45.3%)178 (69.5%)
65 to 74 Years346 (100.0%)211 (61.0%)
75 Years and over163 (100.0%)86 (52.8%)
Total1,034 (47.6%)1,273 (58.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Priest River

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Priest River
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years22 (8.6%)19 (10.9%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)2 (1.3%)
35 to 64 Years77 (18.9%)76 (20.6%)
65 to 74 Years51 (26.7%)34 (21.9%)
75 Years and over25 (29.1%)35 (45.5%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Priest River

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Priest River: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years7 (1.7%)14 (3.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over17 (19.8%)17 (22.1%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Priest River: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)2 (1.3%)
35 to 64 Years13 (3.2%)17 (4.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (8.1%)13 (16.9%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Priest River: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years22 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years43 (10.5%)19 (5.2%)
65 to 74 Years11 (5.8%)13 (8.4%)
75 Years and over4 (4.6%)25 (32.5%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Priest River: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)19 (10.9%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)2 (1.3%)
35 to 64 Years44 (10.8%)41 (11.1%)
65 to 74 Years44 (23.0%)34 (21.9%)
75 Years and over18 (20.9%)25 (32.5%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Priest River: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)2 (1.3%)
35 to 64 Years21 (5.1%)10 (2.7%)
65 to 74 Years5 (2.6%)15 (9.7%)
75 Years and over4 (4.6%)4 (5.2%)

Technology Access in Priest River

Computing Device Access in Priest River

Computing Device Access in Priest River
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop59567.6%
Smartphone70379.9%
Tablet48955.6%
No Computing Device879.9%
Total880100.0%

Internet Access in Priest River

Internet Access in Priest River
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home46853.2%
Cellular Data Only8810.0%
Satellite Internet849.6%
No Internet26930.6%
Total880100.0%

Priest River Summary

Priest River, Idaho is a small city located in the northern part of the state, in Bonner County. It is situated on the banks of the Priest River, which is a tributary of the Pend Oreille River. The city is located about 25 miles east of the Idaho-Montana border and about 30 miles north of the Idaho-Washington border. The city is part of the Coeur d'Alene metropolitan area and has a population of approximately 1,800 people.

History

The area that is now Priest River was originally inhabited by the Kalispel Tribe of Native Americans. The tribe had a fishing village at the mouth of the Priest River, which was known as "Kamloops". The first non-native settlers arrived in the area in the late 1800s, and the town of Priest River was officially established in 1891. The town was named after the Priest River, which was named after Father Pierre-Jean De Smet, a Jesuit missionary who visited the area in the 1840s.
The town quickly grew and became an important logging and lumbering center. The Priest River Lumber Company was established in 1895 and was the largest employer in the area for many years. The company operated a large sawmill and several logging camps in the area. The town also had a number of other businesses, including a hotel, a general store, a blacksmith shop, and a saloon.

Geography

Priest River is located in the northern part of Idaho, in Bonner County. It is situated on the banks of the Priest River, which is a tributary of the Pend Oreille River. The city is located about 25 miles east of the Idaho-Montana border and about 30 miles north of the Idaho-Washington border. The city is part of the Coeur d'Alene metropolitan area and has a population of approximately 1,800 people.
The city is located in a mountainous region, with the Selkirk Mountains to the east and the Cabinet Mountains to the west. The city is surrounded by forests and is home to several lakes, including Priest Lake, which is the largest lake in the area. The city is also home to several rivers, including the Priest River, which is the main river in the area.

Economy

The economy of Priest River is largely based on the timber industry. The city is home to several lumber mills, including the Priest River Lumber Company, which is the largest employer in the area. The company operates a large sawmill and several logging camps in the area. The city also has a number of other businesses, including a hotel, a general store, a blacksmith shop, and a saloon.
The city is also home to several recreational activities, including fishing, hunting, camping, and hiking. The area is also home to several ski resorts, including Schweitzer Mountain Resort, which is the largest ski resort in the state.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Priest River was 1,788. The racial makeup of the city was 94.3% White, 0.3% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 3.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $31,250, and the median income for a family was $37,500. The per capita income for the city was $17,845. About 15.3% of families and 18.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.2% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Priest River?
Total Population of Priest River is 2,170.
What is the Total Male Population of Priest River?
Total Male Population of Priest River is 1,184.
What is the Total Female Population of Priest River?
Total Female Population of Priest River is 986.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Priest River?
There are 120.08 Males per 100 Females in Priest River.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Priest River?
There are 83.28 Females per 100 Males in Priest River.
What is the Median Population Age in Priest River?
Median Population Age in Priest River is 43.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Priest River
Average Family Size in Priest River is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Priest River
Average Household Size in Priest River is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Priest River?
Per Capita income in Priest River is $28,731.
What is the Median Family Income in Priest River?
Median Family Income in Priest River is $54,457.
What is the Median Household income in Priest River?
Median Household Income in Priest River is $49,868.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Priest River?
Income or Wage Gap in Priest River is 30.2%.
Women in Priest River earn 69.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Priest River?
Inequality or Gini Index in Priest River is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in Priest River?
There are 870 People in the Labor Forcein in Priest River.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Priest River?
50.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Priest River.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Priest River?
Unemployment Rate in Priest River is 1.0%.