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County overview

Canyon County

Idaho - aging-in-place demographics, contractor density, and accessibility insights for Canyon County.

Census ACS 5-year estimates

Who lives in Canyon County

Population
235,006
Age 65+
14.2%
Median age
34.4
Owner-occupied
74.8%
With disability
14.9%
Median home value
$306,200
Median income
$68,473
Residents 65+
33,361
How Canyon County compares

vs. the U.S. average

% age 65+
-13.9%
% owner-occupied
+15.4%
% with disability
+15.5%
Median household income
-8.9%
Median home value
+8.6%
Median age
-10.6%

Comparison computed from the latest American Community Survey 5-year estimates. A positive number means this county is higher than the national average; negative means lower.

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Aging-in-place in Canyon County

Canyon County is home to roughly 235,006 residents, of whom about 33,371 are age 65 or older - a senior share of 14.2%, well below the U.S. average. For families planning aging-in-place modifications here, that population density translates directly into a deep bench of local contractors familiar with the needs of older homeowners.

Roughly 74.8% of homes in Canyon County are owner-occupied at a median home value of $306,200. That's a higher-than-average ownership rate, which often correlates with longer tenures in the home and a stronger appetite for investment in accessibility upgrades. Older homes in established neighborhoods can require careful planning for grab-bar anchoring, walk-in shower conversions, and doorway widening - all standard work for the aging-in-place specialists listed below.

About 14.9% of Canyon County residents report a disability, a rate elevated relative to national levels. Demand for accessibility-focused remodelers - bathroom safety upgrades, non-slip flooring, ADA toilet installations, and lowered countertops - reflects that local population, not a one-size-fits-all national average.