Clark Fork, ID

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
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
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
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
981 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
42.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
7.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$60,625 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
59.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$177,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$477 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$766 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
51.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Bonner County
2
Sandpoint Urban Area
2
Idaho
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Bonner County
2
Sandpoint Urban Area
2
Idaho
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 16 26
Feb 2 9 30
Mar 2 4 37
Apr 2 0 44
May 2 0 52
Jun 2 0 59
Jul 1 0 65
Aug 1 0 64
Sep 1 0 55
Oct 2 0 44
Nov 3 6 33
Dec 3 20 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 42% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (43%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Clark Fork Jr/Sr High School
<1 miles, W • 2.8 star
Hope Elementary School
6 miles, N • 3.7 star
Sagle Elementary School
18 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Northside Elementary School
19 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Colleges

North Idaho College
44 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Carrington College-Spokane
60 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Bonner General Hospital
20 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Cabinet Peaks Medical Center
33 miles, E • 3.2 star
Newport Community Hospital
40 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Spokane International Airport
73 miles, W • 1.9 star
Lewiston-Nez Perce County Airport
129 miles, SW • 1 star
Missoula International Airport
129 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Tri-Cities Airport
190 miles, W • 1 star
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