Boise County, ID

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
8,045 332.4M (US)
Median Age
53.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
29.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$77,349 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$424,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$537 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$680 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Boise City Metro Area
3
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

Boise City Metro Area
4
Idaho
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 10 27
Feb 1 6 31
Mar 2 3 40
Apr 1 0 47
May 1 0 55
Jun 1 0 63
Jul 0 0 71
Aug 0 0 70
Sep 1 0 61
Oct 1 0 49
Nov 2 5 36
Dec 2 12 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 55%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 10%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, ID State Senate District 8, ID State House District 8, ID
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Schools

Idaho City High School
12 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Basin Elementary School
12 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Garden Valley School
14 miles, NW • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Boise State University
36 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Boise Bible College
37 miles, W • 1.4 star
Carrington College-Boise
37 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

St Luke's Regional Medical Center
35 miles, SW • 5 star
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Airports

Boise Air Terminal-Gowen Field
39 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Friedman Memorial Airport
78 miles, SE • 1 star
Pocatello Regional Airport
173 miles, SE • 1 star
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