Caribou County, ID

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
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
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
7,118 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$66,653 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$220,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$423 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$580 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 11 21
Feb 1 7 24
Mar 1 4 34
Apr 1 2 42
May 2 0 51
Jun 1 0 59
Jul 1 0 67
Aug 1 0 65
Sep 1 0 56
Oct 1 1 45
Nov 1 4 32
Dec 1 10 22

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 13% of residents leaning left and 80% leaning right.

Liberal (13%) (82%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 75%
Hillary Clinton 9%
Other 16%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, ID State Senate District 35, ID State House District 35, ID
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Schools

Soda Springs High School
9 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Tigert Middle School
10 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Howard E Thirkill Primary School
10 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Grace Elementary School
18 miles, SW • 3.7 star

Colleges

Idaho State University
45 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Elevate Salon Institute-Chubbuck
48 miles, NW • 1 star
College of Eastern Idaho
53 miles, N • 1.4 star

Hospitals

Star Valley Medical Center
32 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Portneuf Medical Center
45 miles, NW • 5 star

Airports

Pocatello Regional Airport
54 miles, NW • 1 star
Idaho Falls Regional Airport
57 miles, N • 1 star
Jackson Hole Airport
70 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Ogden-Hinckley Airport
112 miles, SW • 1 star