Mountain Home Afb ZIP Code List — Elmore County, ID

There is one unique ZIP code in Mountain Home Afb, Idaho and it is 83648. Area code: 208.

ZIP codes

9.97

sq mi land

0.04

sq mi water

208

area code

Mountain Home Afb, ID ZIP code map

About Mountain Home Afb, ID

Mountain Home Afb, Idaho, is a prominent military installation located in Elmore County. The area serves as a strategic air force base, supporting various defense operations and providing a sense of community for military personnel and their families. With its unique blend of military and civilian life, Mountain Home Afb offers a distinctive atmosphere that attracts attention from across the state.

Location & geography

Mountain Home Afb is situated in southwestern Idaho, approximately 10 miles southeast of the city of Mountain Home. The surrounding terrain consists primarily of high desert landscapes, providing a scenic view enriched by the nearby Sawtooth National Forest. The community spans a land area of 9.97 square miles, with a negligible water area of 0.04 square miles.

Community & economy

The community at Mountain Home Afb is characterized by a strong sense of camaraderie and support among military families and personnel. The base contributes significantly to the local economy, with various industries focusing on defense and support services. Daily life in this area often revolves around the events and activities that cater to both the military and surrounding civilian population.

Transportation

Transportation within Mountain Home Afb is facilitated by local roads connecting to nearby highways, including U.S. Highway 20, which provides access to major routes. The nearest airport for commercial flights is the Boise Airport, located about 40 miles west of the base.

History

Mountain Home Afb was established in 1943, originally serving as a training site for military airmen. Over the years, it has evolved into a key facility supporting various military operations and missions. The base has played a critical role in the U.S. Air Force's strategic capabilities and has been involved in several notable events during its operational history.

Did you know?

A surprising fact about Mountain Home Afb is that it was originally built as a training site during World War II, showing its long-standing military significance. Additionally, the base hosts a variety of annual events that foster community engagement and support for military families.

ZIP codes for Mountain Home Afb, ID (1)

ZIP code	City	County	Map
83648	Mountain Home Afb	Elmore	View map

Demographics & statistics

3,184

Population

23.0

Median age

$60,764

Median household income

$25,485

Per capita income

Median home value

$1,546

Median monthly rent

0.7%

Home ownership

5.0%

Poverty rate

9.5%

Unemployment

Housing units

31.7%

Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female

241

Under 5

135

195

5–9

109

112

10–14

15–19

593

20–24

332

611

25–34

343

179

35–44

101

45–54

55–59

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Age summary

Group	Count	%
Under 18	866	27.2%
18 and over	2,318	72.8%
65 and over	0	0.0%
Median age	23.0 years

Race & ethnicity

White 62%

Two or more races 11.6%

Black or African American 8.6%

Hispanic or Latino 7.8%

Asian 4.1%

Other race 3.6%

Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 1.3%

American Indian / Alaska Native 0.9%

Group	Count	%
White	2,143	62%
Two or more races	402	11.6%
Black or African American	298	8.6%
Hispanic or Latino	271	7.8%
Asian	143	4.1%
Other race	124	3.6%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander	44	1.3%
American Indian / Alaska Native	30	0.9%

Household income

Under $10k 1.4%

$10k–$15k 1.4%

$15k–$25k 1.1%

$25k–$35k 12.2%

$35k–$50k 19.1%

$50k–$75k 22.4%

$75k–$100k 23.9%

$100k–$150k 13.5%

$150k–$200k 1.4%

$200k+ 3.6%

Range	% of households
Under $10k	1.4%
$10k–$15k	1.4%
$15k–$25k	1.1%
$25k–$35k	12.2%
$35k–$50k	19.1%
$50k–$75k	22.4%
$75k–$100k	23.9%
$100k–$150k	13.5%
$150k–$200k	1.4%
$200k+	3.6%
Median income	$60,764

Housing

Home values

$1M+ 100.0%

Housing overview

Metric	Value
Median home value	$0
Median rent / month	$1,546
Owner occupied	0.7%
Renter occupied	99.3%
Vacant	1.2%
Single-family detached	22.1%
Large apartment buildings	0.0%
Mobile homes	0.7%
Median rooms	5.8
Avg household size (owned)	3.33

Year built

Era	%
2020 or later	0.0%
2010–2019	28.2%
2000–2009	60.0%
1990–1999	6.8%
1980–1989	2.7%
1970–1979	2.3%
1960–1969	0.0%
1950–1959	0.0%
1940–1949	0.0%
1939 or earlier	0.0%

Bedrooms

Size	% of units
No bedroom (studio)	0.0%
1 bedroom	0.7%
2 bedrooms	30.8%
3 bedrooms	56.2%
4 bedrooms	12.3%
5+ bedrooms	0.0%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles	% of households
No vehicle	0.4%
1 vehicle	20.5%
2 vehicles	66.7%
3 or more	12.4%

Heating fuel

Fuel type	%
Utility gas	42.6%
Electricity	56.2%
Propane / LP gas	1.3%

Households & families

Household type	Count	%
Married-couple family	745	87.3%
Cohabiting couple	0	0.0%
Male householder, no spouse	50	5.9%
Female householder, no spouse	58	6.8%
Households with children under 18	588	68.9%
Households with seniors (65+)	0	0.0%
Average household size	2.86

Marital status

Status	Male	Female
Never married	45.4%	12.1%
Married	52.9%	83.6%
Separated	0.3%	0.9%
Widowed	0.0%	0.0%
Divorced	1.4%	3.4%

Education

Less than 9th grade 0.0%

Some HS, no diploma 0.2%

HS graduate 17.3%

Some college, no degree 29.8%

Associate's degree 21.0%

Bachelor's degree 27.8%

Graduate / professional 3.9%

Metric	%
HS diploma or higher	99.8%
Bachelor's or higher	31.7%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

Type	Count	%
Nursery / preschool	29	2.8%
Kindergarten	103	9.9%
Elementary school	355	34.1%
High school	18	1.7%
College / grad school	537	51.5%

Employment

Industry of employment

Education & healthcare 30.5%

Public administration 20.4%

Arts, food & hospitality 12.9%

Retail trade 11.8%

Professional & management 7.2%

Construction 6.0%

Finance & real estate 5.8%

Manufacturing 4.3%

Other services 1.2%

Occupation

Category	%
Management, business & arts	53.5%
Service	18.2%
Sales & office	17.0%
Natural resources & construction	7.0%
Production & transportation	4.3%

Employment type

Type	%
Private sector	52.5%
Government	45.3%
Self-employed	2.2%
Unpaid family workers	0.0%

Commute

Method	%
Drive alone	84.8%
Carpool	6.0%
Public transit	0.0%
Walk	5.1%
Other means	0.6%
Avg commute (minutes)	12.5

Poverty

All people 5.0%

Under 18 years 7.6%

18 and over 3.5%

Married-couple families 2.4%

Female-led households 37.5%

Income support

Source	% of households
Social Security	2.3%
Retirement income	6.6%
Supplemental Security	0.4%
Cash public assistance	0.9%
Food stamps / SNAP	8.1%

Health indicators

Condition	%
High blood pressure	12.6%
High cholesterol	12.7%
Heart disease	1.2%
Stroke	0.8%
Asthma	9.9%
Arthritis	6.5%
Kidney disease	1.0%
Pulmonary disease	2.3%
Cancer	1.2%

Behavior / access	%
Binge drinking	20.3%
No physical activity	18.0%
Less than 7 hrs sleep	32.8%
Fair or poor health	8.3%
Poor mental health	17.5%
Poor physical health	6.0%
No health insurance	18.0%
Visited doctor (checkup)	58.4%
Visited dentist	59.9%
Cholesterol screening	70.5%
Teeth loss	0.0%

Veterans & disability

Veterans	Count	%
Civilian veterans	167	19.2%

Disability	%
Any disability	5.4%
Under 18	6.0%
18–64 years	4.7%
65 and over	0.0%

Health insurance coverage

Type	%
Private insurance	96.8%
Public insurance	3.3%
Uninsured under 19	0.6%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

Language	Count	%
English only	2,808	88.2%
Spanish	113	4.0%
Other Indo-European	88	3.1%
Asian & Pacific Islander	0	0.0%
Other languages	25	0.9%

Place of birth & citizenship

Origin	Count	%
Native born (US)	3,013	94.6%
Born in same state	2,861	89.9%
Born in different state	420	13.2%
Foreign born	152	4.8%
Naturalized citizen	171	5.4%
Not a US citizen	59	34.5%

Ancestry

Ancestry	Count	%
French	328	10.3%
Italian	262	8.2%
Polish	90	2.8%
Arab	86	2.7%

Ancestry	Count	%
English	35	1.1%
German	9	0.3%
Dutch	6	0.2%
Irish	4	0.1%

Technology access

Metric	% of households
Computer access	26.8%
Internet access	100.0%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.

Frequently asked questions

What ZIP codes does Mountain Home Afb, ID have?

Mountain Home Afb, ID has one ZIP code: 83648. Each ZIP code serves a distinct delivery area within the city and surrounding region.