Camas County
ID · Pop. 1,155 · Rural County
Camas County sits in Idaho across 1,074 square miles, home to 1,155 people at 1.1 per square mile, so rural land and genuine privacy are available. The agricultural economy is rated strong, built on hay, wheat, barley. The median home price is $249,000, with an effective property tax rate of 0.42%. The climate sits in USDA hardiness zone 6a with a 74-day growing season, average summer highs of 81.1°F and average winter lows of 7.1°F. Annual rainfall averages 13.3 inches, generally adequate for the region's crops and pasture. St Luke's Wood River Medical Center is 23.4 miles away, though without an in-county emergency room. Broadband reaches 73.3% of homes. On the hazard side, wildfire risk is very high, so plan infrastructure and insurance accordingly.
Pros
- A low effective property tax rate of 0.42% holds annual carrying costs down.
- A strong agricultural economy built on hay, wheat, barley means local markets, equipment, and know-how are in place.
- At 1.1 people per square mile, land is available with genuine space and privacy.
- A low unemployment rate of 3.8% reflects a stable local job base.
- A low poverty rate of 6.7% signals a relatively stable local economy.
Cons
- Wildfire risk is very high, requiring defensible space, fire-resistant construction, and an evacuation plan.
- A 74-day growing season limits crop diversity and calls for season-extension tools.
- Annual rainfall of just 13.3 inches means irrigation and water storage are core requirements.
- Broadband reaches only 73.3% of homes, a real gap for remote work or online sales.
- The nearest hospital, St Luke's Wood River Medical Center, is 23.4 miles away, a real consideration for medical needs.
At a glance
Camas County, ID is a mixed homesteading prospect — weigh the tradeoffs.
- Homestead score
- 40/100
- Median home price
- $249k
- Property tax
- 0.42%
- Growing season
- 74 days (zone 6a)
- Annual rainfall
- 13.3"
- Broadband
- 73.3%
- Nearest hospital
- St Luke's Wood River Medical Center, 23.4 mi
Taxes & Cost of Living
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Homesteading in Camas County: FAQ
- What is the growing season like in Camas County?
- Camas County is in USDA hardiness zone 6a with a 74-day growing season, average summer highs of 81.1°F, and average winter lows of 7.1°F. The established crops are hay, wheat, barley.
- How affordable is land and property here?
- The median home price is $249,000 and the effective property tax rate is 0.42%. Per-acre raw-land prices vary widely by parcel here, so check active listings for current rates.
- Is broadband internet available?
- Broadband reaches 73.3% of homes, so verify service at a specific parcel before purchasing.
- How close is healthcare?
- St Luke's Wood River Medical Center is 23.4 miles away, without an in-county emergency room.
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Figures are sourced from public datasets: U.S. Census Bureau — ACS 5-year & Gazetteer, USDA NASS Census of Agriculture, USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020), FEMA National Risk Index, FCC Broadband Data Collection, BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics, HIFLD Hospitals. Always confirm specifics locally before relying on them. See our methodology for how the homestead score is calculated.
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