Jerome is a city in Idaho with about 12,689 residents. Jerome was founded in 1907 and sits in Jerome County. The median age is 31 and the median household income is $65,343. Homes carry a median value of $214,900, and about 72% of residents own where they live. Hispanic or Latino residents make up the largest share of the population (48.5%). Around 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 21 minutes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
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Common questions
Jerome — frequently asked
What is the population of Jerome, Idaho?
Jerome has a population of about 12,689, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in Jerome?
The median home value in Jerome is $214,900, and the median gross rent is $900/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Jerome safe? What is the crime rate?
Jerome Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 239 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — lower than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Jerome face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Jerome County as "Very Low" overall, with top hazards including winter weather, wildfire, cold wave.
How many schools are in Jerome?
Jerome has 9 public schools (4 elementary, 1 middle, 2 high). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in Jerome?
Public registry data lists 5 registered sex offenders in or near Jerome. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.