Real Estate Investing in Salmon, Idaho (83467)

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Lemhi County • Population: 6,874 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 83467 (Salmon, ID)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (41/100)

Proceed carefully. Weak appreciation or affordability makes this a harder case for most buyers.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (47/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
2 flags
  • High vacancy: 19.2% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • High price-to-rent: Price-to-rent ratio 33.3 — hard to cash-flow at these prices.

• Modeled rent — no observed market rent for this ZIP; the figure is estimated from HUD fair-market rent.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $356,333
Avg Monthly Rent $891
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $52,277
% Renters 17.2%

Market Analysis: 83467 Salmon

The 83467 ZIP in Salmon, ID is a local-operator market. Outside capital chasing a $356K entry has to pair deep knowledge with the discount.

For an experienced owner, 83467 can be a a strong candidate for hunting ground — but the discount at $356K reflects genuine risk that outside investors often underestimate.

Turning to rents, 83467 offers a low basis, the region around Salmon has moved on in ways that the ZIP itself has not fully absorbed. The result is a discount with genuine reasons.

Resident income in 83467 sits below the county median. That reality colors rent collection, vacancy, and reinvestment math in ways that outside investors often underestimate.

Distressed ZIPs reward experience. solid returns are possible in 83467, but they flow to investors who already understand how to operate in soft markets.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Salmon:

C Below Average
Buy Confidence Score: 59/100
Affordability
5/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
9/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 6.8× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+8.0%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $891/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: This market may be challenging for buyers. Consider your timing and budget carefully.
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Property Strategy for 83467

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
1BR
3.0% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
1BR
+11.1% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$111,857/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
1BR $214,612 $880 3.0% +11.1% $214,612
2BR $269,370 $990 2.6% +11.0% $134,685
3BR $367,539 $1,380 2.7% +10.2% $122,513
4BR $447,428 $1,660 2.7% +10.7% $111,857
5BR $618,698 +10.0% $123,740

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$376K$322K$267K$213K$158K$104KJul 2009Jan 2018Jul 2026

📊 How Does 83467 Compare?

Metric 83467 Salmon Idaho
Home Value $356,333 $356,333 $465,545
5-Year CAGR 6.6% 6.6% 7.2%
Avg Rent $891 $891 -
Cap Rate 2.0% 2.0% -

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.0%
Low
5yr Growth
+6.6%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $356,333
Monthly Rent $891
Price-to-Rent 33.3:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 3.0%
Cap Rate 2.0%
5-Year IRR 8.5%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +8.0% ▲
3-Year CAGR +3.8% ▲
5-Year CAGR +6.6% ▲
10-Year CAGR +9.6% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.0%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.0%). Financing reduces your cash-on-cash return below the cap rate. Markets like this may still make sense as IRR plays — factoring in appreciation, depreciation, and a future refinance when rates drop.

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⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
19.2%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+6.6%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 83467

Population: 6,874

💰 Median Household Income
$52,277
This area
$52,277
State
$66,158
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
17.2%
This area
17.2%
State
22.1%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
1.9%
This area
1.9%
State
-5.1%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
22.6%
This area
22.6%
State
11.3%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
51.5 years
This area
51.5 years
State
21.8 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
19.2%
This area
19.2%
State
22.9%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 92.6%
Other/Mixed 7.4%
Hispanic/Latino 4.0%
👶 Under 18
18.2%
This area
18.2%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
29.0%
This area
29.0%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
9.8%
This area
9.8%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 83467

C+ Avg School Grade
4 Schools
11.4:1 Avg Class Size
$11,466 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B+ Above Average

SALMON PIONEER PRIMARY SCHOOL

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
288 Students
👨‍🏫
14.4:1 Class Size
💰
$11,466 Per Student
B Good

SALMON JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL

📚 06 – 12 High School
👥
383 Students
👨‍🏫
16.3:1 Class Size
💰
$11,466 Per Student
C+ Average

SALMON ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
2 Students
👨‍🏫
3.6:1 Class Size
💰
$11,466 Per Student
C Below Average

SALMON JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER

📚 01 – 12 K-12 Limited Data
💰
$11,466 Per Student
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  • Community Factors — Neighborhood characteristics that influence student success
  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

Scores are updated annually using federal education data.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of vacancy should I budget for in Salmon, ID?

Salmon, ID sees elevated vacancy, which is reasonable relative to the broader ID rental market.

Is house hacking profitable in Salmon, ID?

Salmon, ID is a a challenging market for house hackers. FHA or conventional owner-occupant buyers find the $356K price point reasonable to enter.

How much is rent in Salmon, ID?

Rent in Salmon, ID is around $891/mo. The resulting rent-to-value relationship with $356K pricing is reasonable for most investor models.

What is the typical home price in Salmon, ID?

Expect median prices around $356K in Salmon, ID. The market has run at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, so entry costs have been consistent.

What investment strategy works best in Salmon, ID?

Salmon, ID investors pursuing careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. The underlying economics ($356K prices, $891/mo rents) make it a reasonable choice.

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