Horseshoe Bend, ID
Livability
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Bikeability
3/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
5/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
3/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
10/10
- 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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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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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Healthcare Haven. The area has numerous high-quality hospitals and healthcare facilities within close proximity, offering excellent access to care.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- 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
756
332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.5 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
18.6%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$54,236
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.4%
88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.4%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$205,300
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$333
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$688
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.5%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
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 | 12 | 27 |
| Feb | 2 | 6 | 30 |
| Mar | 2 | 4 | 40 |
| Apr | 1 | 1 | 47 |
| May | 2 | 0 | 55 |
| Jun | 1 | 0 | 63 |
| Jul | 0 | 0 | 71 |
| Aug | 0 | 0 | 70 |
| Sep | 1 | 0 | 61 |
| Oct | 1 | 0 | 49 |
| Nov | 2 | 5 | 36 |
| Dec | 2 | 15 | 26 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 24% of residents leaning left and 71% leaning right.
Liberal (24%) (71%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 72%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, ID State Senate District 8, ID State House District 8, IDSchools
Horseshoe Bend Middle/Sr High
<1 miles, SW
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2.8
Horseshoe Bend Elementary
<1 miles, SW
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2.8
Sweet Montour Elementary School
7 miles, NW
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3.2
Cherry Gulch
12 miles, NW
Colleges
Oliver Finley Academy of Cosmetology
18 miles, SW
Boise Bible College
18 miles, SW
•
1.4
Carrington College-Boise
21 miles, SW
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1.4
Aveda Institute-Boise
21 miles, SW
Hospitals
Valor Health
14 miles, W
Lifeways Hospital
20 miles, SW
Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center
21 miles, SW
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4.1
St Luke's Regional Medical Center
21 miles, S
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5
Airports
Boise Air Terminal-Gowen Field
24 miles, SW
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2.3
Friedman Memorial Airport
99 miles, SE
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1
Joslin Field-Magic Valley Regional Airport
131 miles, S
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1
Lewiston-Nez Perce County Airport
174 miles, N
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1