Blaine County, ID
Livability
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Bikeability
3/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
5/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- 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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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- 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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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
24,579
332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.5 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.3%
64% (US)
College-Educated
45.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$84,470
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.2%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$663,800
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$713
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,173
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
47.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Hailey Urban Area
2
Idaho
3
United States
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Hailey Urban Area
1
Idaho
3
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 11 | 21 |
| Feb | 1 | 8 | 24 |
| Mar | 1 | 4 | 34 |
| Apr | 1 | 1 | 44 |
| May | 1 | 0 | 52 |
| Jun | 1 | 0 | 60 |
| Jul | 0 | 0 | 68 |
| Aug | 0 | 0 | 67 |
| Sep | 0 | 0 | 57 |
| Oct | 1 | 1 | 46 |
| Nov | 1 | 5 | 32 |
| Dec | 2 | 13 | 21 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 24% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.
Liberal (24%) (69%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 69%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 2, ID State Senate District 26, ID State House District 26, IDSchools
Carey Public School
6 miles, S
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3.2
Bellevue Elementary School
16 miles, NW
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3.2
Syringa Mountain Charter School
17 miles, NW
•
1.4
Alturas Elementary School
18 miles, NW
•
2.3
Colleges
Academy di Firenze
54 miles, SW
Cosmetology School of Arts and Science LLC
59 miles, S
Aveda Institute-Twin Falls
61 miles, SW
College of Southern Idaho
62 miles, SW
•
1.4
Hospitals
St Luke's Wood River Medical Center
26 miles, NW
•
5
Lost Rivers Medical Center
37 miles, E
North Canyon Medical Center
50 miles, W
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5
St Luke's Jerome
54 miles, SW
Airports
Friedman Memorial Airport
19 miles, NW
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1
Joslin Field-Magic Valley Regional Airport
69 miles, SW
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1
Pocatello Regional Airport
76 miles, SE
•
1
Idaho Falls Regional Airport
95 miles, E
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1