Gem County, ID

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 10/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Haven. The area has numerous high-quality hospitals and healthcare facilities within close proximity, offering excellent access to care.
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
19,854 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$66,245 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$367,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$374 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$691 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.8% 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 11 27
Feb 1 6 32
Mar 1 3 42
Apr 1 1 49
May 1 0 57
Jun 1 0 65
Jul 0 0 73
Aug 0 0 71
Sep 1 0 61
Oct 1 0 49
Nov 2 5 36
Dec 2 13 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 23% of residents leaning left and 71% leaning right.

Liberal (23%) (72%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 76%
Hillary Clinton 15%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, ID State Senate District 14, ID State House District 14, ID
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Schools

Sweet Montour Elementary School
8 miles, S • 3.2 star
Cherry Gulch
9 miles, SW
Ola Elementary School
10 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Novitas Academy
11 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Boise Bible College
28 miles, S • 1.4 star
Treasure Valley Community College
29 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Valor Health
13 miles, SW
Weiser Memorial Hospital
31 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Boise Air Terminal-Gowen Field
35 miles, S • 2.3 star
Friedman Memorial Airport
112 miles, SE • 1 star
Lewiston-Nez Perce County Airport
163 miles, N • 1 star
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