Hamer, ID

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
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
51 332.4M (US)
Median Age
54.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$70,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$225,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$375 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$767 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
30.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jefferson County
2
Idaho Falls 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

Jefferson County
2
Idaho Falls Metro Area
3
Idaho
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 19 19
Feb 1 11 22
Mar 1 8 33
Apr 1 5 43
May 2 1 51
Jun 1 0 59
Jul 1 0 67
Aug 1 0 65
Sep 1 0 56
Oct 1 2 44
Nov 1 12 30
Dec 1 19 19

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 10% of residents leaning left and 84% leaning right.

Liberal (10%) (84%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 77%
Hillary Clinton 5%
Other 18%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, ID State Senate District 31, ID State House District 31, ID
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Schools

Hamer Elementary School
<1 miles, W • 3.2 star
West Jefferson High School
13 miles, W • 3.7 star
Terreton Elementary School
13 miles, W • 2.3 star
West Jefferson Middle School
13 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Brigham Young University-Idaho
22 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Madison Memorial Hospital
23 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Mountain View Hospital
33 miles, S • 5 star
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Airports

Idaho Falls Regional Airport
29 miles, S • 1 star
Pocatello Regional Airport
73 miles, SW • 1 star
Yellowstone Airport
75 miles, E • 1 star
Jackson Hole Airport
76 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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