Garden Valley, ID
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
9/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
3/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
4/10
accessibility
Hospitals
9/10
- 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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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- 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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Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
- school Colleges
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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- local_library Schools
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Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.
Residents
Population
364
332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
46.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$91,042
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.1%
88% (US)
Average Commute
11 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
28.5%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$516,600
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$565
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$777
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
46.3%
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 County
3
Boise City Metro Area
3
Idaho
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Boise County
2
Boise City Metro Area
4
Idaho
3
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2 | 13 | 26 |
| Feb | 1 | 7 | 29 |
| Mar | 2 | 4 | 39 |
| Apr | 1 | 1 | 46 |
| May | 1 | 0 | 55 |
| Jun | 1 | 0 | 62 |
| Jul | 0 | 0 | 70 |
| Aug | 0 | 0 | 69 |
| Sep | 1 | 0 | 60 |
| Oct | 1 | 0 | 48 |
| Nov | 2 | 6 | 35 |
| Dec | 2 | 15 | 25 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 27% of residents leaning left and 66% leaning right.
Liberal (28%) (67%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 67%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, ID State Senate District 8, ID State House District 8, IDSchools
Garden Valley School
<1 miles, NE
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3.7
Project Patch
1 miles, NW
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1
Project Patch School
1 miles, NW
•
1.4
Lowman Elementary School
17 miles, E
Colleges
Oliver Finley Academy of Cosmetology
33 miles, SW
Boise Bible College
34 miles, SW
•
1.4
Boise State University
35 miles, SW
•
1.9
Carrington College-Boise
36 miles, SW
•
1.4
Hospitals
Valor Health
30 miles, W
Cascade Medical Center
30 miles, N
St Luke's Regional Medical Center
35 miles, SW
•
5
Lifeways Hospital
36 miles, SW
Airports
Boise Air Terminal-Gowen Field
38 miles, SW
•
2.3
Friedman Memorial Airport
92 miles, SE
•
1
Joslin Field-Magic Valley Regional Airport
133 miles, S
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1
Lewiston-Nez Perce County Airport
166 miles, N
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1