Lemhi
7.4
High score (8-10)
No warm scenario applies. Lemhi County is remote wilderness territory with a tiny fixed population.
Mid score (6-8) · Your profile
Salmon is the gateway to the Salmon River 'River of No Return' and the Frank Church Wilderness — it's a legitimate outdoor destination that pulls serious hunters, rafters, and fishermen from around the country. The outfitting industry is real and some professionals who guide and operate here are from outside the region. But the year-round population is about 3,000 in Salmon and under 8,000 in the county. Social life is limited to what a small ranching town can offer.
Lower score (below 6)
Lemhi County's remoteness is the entire point for people who live there — they chose it for the wilderness and the distance from everything else. The social fabric among year-round residents is tight and not oriented toward newcomers. An outsider can visit for the elk season or the river and be welcomed as a client; building a social life here is a completely different proposition.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the median income in Lemhi, Idaho?
$29k median
What's the typical marriage age for women in Lemhi, Idaho?
Women marry at 26
How common is a college degree in Lemhi, Idaho?
17% men have degree
What's the average male height in Lemhi, Idaho?
177 cm local avg
What's the average BMI for women in Lemhi, Idaho?
Local women avg 29.2