Butte County, ID

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
2,654 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$43,281 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$195,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$349 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$400 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Idaho Falls 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

Idaho Falls Metro Area
3
Idaho
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 13 18
Feb 1 9 22
Mar 1 5 32
Apr 1 3 42
May 1 0 51
Jun 1 0 58
Jul 1 0 66
Aug 1 0 64
Sep 1 0 55
Oct 1 1 44
Nov 1 8 29
Dec 1 15 18

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 19% of residents leaning left and 74% leaning right.

Liberal (19%) (76%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 75%
Hillary Clinton 13%
Other 12%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, ID State Senate District 30, ID State House District 30, ID
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Schools

Butte County Middle/High School
7 miles, W • 3.2 star
Butte County Middle School
7 miles, W • 2.3 star
Arco Elementary School
7 miles, W • 3.2 star
Howe Elementary School
11 miles, E • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Stevens-Henager College
58 miles, SE • 1 star
College of Eastern Idaho
61 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Bingham Memorial Hospital
54 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Idaho Falls Regional Airport
57 miles, SE • 1 star
Friedman Memorial Airport
57 miles, W • 1 star
Pocatello Regional Airport
61 miles, S • 1 star
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