| City: | Sun Valley, Idaho |
| County: | Blaine County |
| Timezone: | Mountain (GMT -07:00) |
| Local Time: | 10:09:28 AM |
| Population: | 1,774 [See All] |
| Area Codes: | 208 / 986 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 43.6634, -114.0893 |
| Land Area: | 8.901 sq mi |
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Sun Valley, Idaho sits in Blaine County at 7.4 square miles, home to 1,774 year-round residents with a median age of 61.4 years. This is a retirement and seasonal community where second homes outnumber primary residences. Of the 2,778 total housing units, 1,659 (60%) are vacant and used seasonally. Only 926 homes are occupied year-round, yet the post office maintains 1,761 PO Boxes.
This is a PO Box Only Zone. There's no alternative mail delivery across the territory. The 1.90 adoption rate (1,761 boxes for 926 households) happens because seasonal homeowners keep boxes year-round, and some year-round residents maintain multiple boxes for different properties or businesses. Sun Valley Road dominates the street delivery records with 318 ZIP+4 entries and multi-unit buildings, while 15 other roads serve scattered properties.
The community is affluent. Median home values reach $829,000, and 80% of occupied homes are owner-occupied (741 of 926 units). Per capita income is $80,407, and 74% of adults hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The small household size (1.9 people per household) fits the retirement demographic. Only 12 residents are under 18, while the median age of 61.4 ranks among the highest in Idaho.
Sun Valley blends year-round retirees with seasonal visitors. The 53 business establishments employ 1,582 people, far exceeding the resident workforce. This employment concentration serves the broader Wood River Valley resort economy. Street names like Morning Star Drive, Aspen Lane, and various condo developments (Bonne Vie Condo, Atelier Condo) indicate upscale mountain residential character.
All mail must be addressed to PO Boxes. Street addresses don't receive carrier delivery. Contact the Sun Valley Post Office for PO Box availability and rental information.
Sun Valley Road accounts for nearly all delivery records (318 of 333), with condo complexes bearing French names (Bonne Vie, Atelier, Clos du Val) and mountain-themed streets indicating upscale resort character.
ZIP Code 83353 has 1,774 residents and 926 households (average 1.92 persons per household). The median age is 61.4 years, significantly older than the state (36.8) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 49.1% male and 50.9% female, which is about the same as the state male share (50.0%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (92.7%, much higher than the state average of 82.1% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (3.0%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 3.0%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).
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| 2020 Population: | 1,774Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 1,450Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 199.3 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $126,645Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 926Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $952,100Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 1.92Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 2.91Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 1,326 | 1,184 | 1,280 | 1,316 | 1,346 | 1,363 | 1,353 | 1,358 | 1,295 | 1,508 | 1,267 | 1,373 | 1,374 | 1,450 |
| Decennial Census | 1,335 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 1,774 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 61.4
Male Median Age: 62.2
Female Median Age: 60.4
| Group | < 5 | 5-9 | 10-14 | 15-19 | 20-24 | 25-29 | 30-34 | 35-39 | 40-44 | 45-49 | 50-54 | 55-59 | 60-64 | 65-69 | 70-74 | 75-79 | 80-84 | 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 12 | 27 | 31 | 29 | 18 | 46 | 49 | 25 | 25 | 27 | 51 | 57 | 88 | 94 | 120 | 91 | 47 | 34 |
| Female | 25 | 19 | 25 | 42 | 24 | 33 | 27 | 27 | 35 | 37 | 63 | 86 | 85 | 117 | 86 | 82 | 60 | 30 |
| Total | 37 | 46 | 56 | 71 | 42 | 79 | 76 | 52 | 60 | 64 | 114 | 143 | 173 | 211 | 206 | 173 | 107 | 64 |
| White: | 1,644 | 94.59% |
| Black: | 6 | 0.35% |
| Hispanic:* | 54 | 3.11% |
| Asian: | 10 | 0.58% |
| American Indian: | 0 | 0% |
| Hawaiian: | 0 | 0% |
| Other: | 24 | 1.38% |
| Total: | 1,738 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 871 | 49.10% | 62.2 years |
| Females: | 903 | 50.90% | 60.4 years |
| Total: | 1,774 | 100% | 61.4 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 1,312 | 90.48% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 91 | 6.28% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 47 | 9.52% |
| Total Population: | 1,450 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 1,312 | 90.48% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 138 | 9.52% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $126,645, which is far above the national median ($80,734), is up $70,455 (125.4%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $74,878. Family households earn a median of $171,172 versus $100,833 for nonfamily households (a difference of $70,339). By gender, male median income is $73,750 and female is $83,750, which is markedly greater than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $10,000 that has widened from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 57.2%, which is lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (51.1%).
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| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $56,190 | $59,500 | $61,053 | $63,403 | $63,824 | $63,571 | $61,607 | $50,625 | $51,767 | $57,614 | $61,313 | $66,818 | $95,568 | $126,645 |
| Median Family Income | $95,486 | $97,656 | $95,313 | $102,083 | $85,833 | $75,893 | $73,750 | $71,518 | $71,902 | $85,417 | $90,341 | $94,423 | $127,550 | $171,172 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $33,542 | $43,667 | $43,553 | $35,278 | $34,792 | $40,000 | $50,288 | $40,217 | $42,174 | $43,150 | $55,845 | $61,644 | $72,609 | $100,833 |
| Median Male Income | $29,398 | $28,867 | $27,903 | $28,281 | $30,375 | $27,184 | $30,833 | $31,534 | $34,250 | $35,909 | $34,634 | $39,226 | $49,191 | $73,750 |
| Median Female Income | $54,750 | $51,477 | $48,654 | $34,152 | $32,500 | $35,515 | $29,821 | $35,735 | $39,583 | $75,050 | $77,548 | $0 | $90,231 | $83,750 |
| Employed: | 797 | 57.21% |
| Unemployed: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 596 | 42.79% |
| Total: | 1,393 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 407 | 51.07% |
| Service: | 161 | 20.20% |
| Sales and Office: | 133 | 16.69% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 96 | 12.05% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 797 | 100% |
In 2024, the median home value is $952,100, which is far above the national median ($332,700), is up $55,100 (6.14%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $129,000. The median gross rent is $0, which is well under the national median ($1,413), is down $738 (100.00%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $1,680. Of occupied housing, owners make up 90.51% (29.35% with a mortgage, 70.65% free-and-clear) and renters 9.49% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 71.86%, which is far higher than the national rate (10.12%).
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| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $897,000 | $872,900 | $900,500 | $817,900 | $797,100 | $802,500 | $875,000 | $795,500 | $823,100 | $919,400 | $930,800 | $907,300 | $829,000 | $952,100 |
| Less than $500: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $500 to $999: | 38 | 58.46% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 27 | 41.54% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $3,000 or more: | 0 | 0.00% |
| No Rent: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 65 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $738 | $925 | $1,019 | $1,085 | $1,107 | $1,213 | $1,542 | $1,632 | $1,680 | $1,677 | $2,268 | $2,162 | $2,114 | $0 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 182 | 26.57% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 438 | 63.94% |
| Renter Occupied: | 65 | 9.49% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 685 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 685 | 28.14% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 1,749 | 71.86% |
| Total Housing Units: | 2,434 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 1,174 | 48.23% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 1,243 | 51.07% |
| Other Units: | 17 | 0.70% |
| Total Housing Units: | 2,434 | 100% |
In 2024, 70.30% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far higher than the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 96.40%, which is far higher than the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 6.30%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.40%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.80%), and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 4.90 percentage points. Poverty has been broadly stable, which may reflect structural barriers or offsetting gains and setbacks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is high school (47.74%). College enrollment is 15.48%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.
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| Less than 9th grade: | 0 | 0.00% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 46 | 3.64% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 116 | 9.18% |
| Some college, no degree: | 135 | 10.69% |
| Associate's degree: | 78 | 6.18% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 537 | 42.52% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 351 | 27.79% |
| Total: | 1,263 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 1,217 | 96.36% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 888 | 70.31% |
| Private Insurance: | 1,215 | 60.72% |
| Public Insurance: | 695 | 34.73% |
| No Insurance: | 91 | 4.55% |
| Total: | 2,001 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 1,910 | 95.45% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 3.2% | 4.2% | 5.2% | 4.9% | 4.7% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.
| Nursery School, Preschool: | 25 | 16.13% |
| Kindergarten: | 15 | 9.68% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 17 | 10.97% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 74 | 47.74% |
| College or graduate school: | 24 | 15.48% |
| Total: | 155 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 40 | 25.81% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 106 | 68.39% |
ZIP Code 83353 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 56 business establishments, employing about 1,671 people with an annual payroll of $66,122,000.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 2,099Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 56Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $19,923,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $66,122,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 1,671Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 83353 is located in Blaine County, Idaho, within the Hailey, ID Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 25200) and Idaho's 2nd Congressional District. This Micro area has a population of 0 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 83353. It covers 8.901 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.011 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | Hailey, IDSource: Census |
| CBSA Number: | 25200Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | MicroSource: Census |
| CBSA Division: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 0Source: Census |
| MSA: | Source: Census |
| Land Area: | 8.901 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | 0.011 sq miSource: Census |
| Congressional District: | 02Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 43225.09 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | Source: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | 1678850Source: Census |
| Place Name: | Sun Valley city; IdahoSource: Census |
We could not locate which school district 83353 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are 0 public schools with a nearby mailing address, but we have located 5 public schools nearby. There are however 3 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.
Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on March 1, 2026.