Payette County's 2026 population is estimated at 28,418, reflecting a 1.35% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Payette County is the 14th largest county in Idaho. The 2010 population was 22,640 and has grown 25.52% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 38.9 years
Female: 40.2 years
Male: 38.1 years
There are 19,945 adults, (5,288 of whom are seniors) in Payette County.
Female: 13,381 (50%)
Male: 13,390 (50%)
The racial composition of Payette County includes 82.03% White, 3.19% other race, and smaller percentages for Native American, Asian, Black or African American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 21,960 | 82.03% |
| Two or more races | 3,508 | 13.1% |
| Other race | 854 | 3.19% |
| Native American | 223 | 0.83% |
| Asian | 196 | 0.73% |
| Black or African American | 30 | 0.11% |
Payette County 's average per capita income is $44,354. Household income levels show a median of $67,673. The poverty rate stands at 10.19%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $82,473 | - |
| Families | $76,143 | $92,609 |
| Households | $67,673 | $82,851 |
| Non Families | $40,277 | $49,549 |
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