Lewiston, ID Economy


Reviews



Download our custom City Report to see exclusive
data on cost of living, crime, climate, and more.
Located in northern Idaho, Lewiston is a small city known for its affordable rent and cost of living. With a 2 bedroom rent of only $980, it's much more affordable than the US average of $1,430. The cost of groceries is also more reasonable with an index rating of 100 compared to the US average of 100.
Lewiston is home to many local businesses such as Timberline Auto Center, Broulims Supermarket, and Red Lion Hotel Lewiston. Timberline Auto Center provides quality auto repair services and has been serving the community for over 30 years. Broulims Supermarket is the cities go-to grocery store for fresh produce and other delicious items while Red Lion Hotel Lewiston offers comfortable and luxurious hotel rooms for travelers visiting the city.

Lewiston has an unemployment rate of 3.4%. The US average is 6.0%.

Lewiston has seen the job market increase by 2.6% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 40.6%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Lewiston
- The Sales Tax Rate for Lewiston is 6.0%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Lewiston is 7.4%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Lewiston
- The average income of a Lewiston resident is $24,443 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Lewiston resident is $60,581 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyLewiston, IdahoUnited States
  3.46
  -2.9%-6.2%
  40.6%33.5%
  6.0%6.2%
  6.9%4.6%
  $33,255$37,638
  $60,581$69,021
  $82,983$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  1.9%1.2%
  0.6%0.5%
  5.2%6.8%
  14.5%10.0%
  2.7%2.5%
  12.8%11.0%
  2.8%4.8%
  0.7%0.8%
  1.5%1.9%
  6.2%4.7%
  1.5%1.9%
  3.2%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  2.4%4.2%
  9.0%9.3%
  15.6%14.0%
  1.4%2.1%
  7.1%7.0%
  6.3%4.8%
  4.7%4.7%
Reviews for Lewiston
    See all ()

We have lived in the Lewiston area for over seven years. If you are a dog person, this is not the place for you. No 24/7 emergency care. Very poor vet care. Our dog  More

   |    Reply

Maybe 15 inches 40 yrs ago, but now mostly a few inches periodically, but it doesn't stick long. I moved back in 2001-2007 and only once was the snowfall over a few  More

   |    Reply

Just need to know if anyone knows a good place to start to find rental homes or a website they can refer me to. My father-n-law is moving up there and doesn't want to  More

   |    Reply

Start Your Review of Lewiston

Health
Compare Lewiston, ID
cost of living
Compare food, housing, utilities, and more in Lewiston, Idaho to any other city in the US.