Blackfoot, ID
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
5/10
local_library
Schools
3/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
1/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.
Residents
Population
12,628
332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.3%
64% (US)
College-Educated
22.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$69,091
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.5%
88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$225,900
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$447
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$631
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.4%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Bingham County
3
Blackfoot Urban Area
3
Idaho
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Bingham County
3
Blackfoot Urban Area
3
Idaho
3
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 12 | 21 |
| Feb | 1 | 9 | 25 |
| Mar | 1 | 6 | 35 |
| Apr | 1 | 2 | 43 |
| May | 1 | 1 | 51 |
| Jun | 1 | 0 | 59 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 67 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 66 |
| Sep | 1 | 0 | 57 |
| Oct | 1 | 1 | 45 |
| Nov | 1 | 7 | 32 |
| Dec | 1 | 14 | 22 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 23% of residents leaning left and 69% leaning right.
Liberal (23%) (70%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 60%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 2, ID State Senate District 30, ID State House District 30, IDSchools
Vaughn Hugie Family Ed Center
<1 miles, SW
Independence Alternative High School
<1 miles, SE
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2.3
Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade
<1 miles, S
•
1.9
Ridge Crest Elementary School
<1 miles, NE
•
2.3
Colleges
College of Massage Therapy
<1 miles, SW
Elevate Salon Institute-Chubbuck
20 miles, SW
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1
Idaho State University
23 miles, SW
•
1.9
Stevens-Henager College
25 miles, NE
•
1
Hospitals
Bingham Memorial Hospital
<1 miles, SW
•
2.3
Grove Creek Medical Center
<1 miles, NW
State Hospital South
<1 miles, SE
Portneuf Medical Center
22 miles, SW
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5
Airports
Pocatello Regional Airport
23 miles, SW
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1
Idaho Falls Regional Airport
26 miles, NE
•
1
Jackson Hole Airport
86 miles, E
•
1.4
Friedman Memorial Airport
100 miles, NW
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1