Idaho Falls Metro Area, ID

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
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
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
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
161,944 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$77,300 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$325,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$452 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$887 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Idaho
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 17 20
Feb 1 12 23
Mar 1 7 34
Apr 1 3 43
May 1 1 51
Jun 1 0 59
Jul 1 0 67
Aug 1 0 66
Sep 1 0 56
Oct 1 1 44
Nov 1 10 31
Dec 1 19 20

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 22% of residents leaning left and 71% leaning right.

Liberal (22%) (72%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 19%
Other 17%

Schools

West Jefferson High School
15 miles, N 3.7 star
Terreton Elementary School
15 miles, N 2.3 star
West Jefferson Middle School
15 miles, N 1.9 star
Roberts Elementary School
16 miles, E 1.4 star

Colleges

Stevens-Henager College
21 miles, SE 1 star
College of Eastern Idaho
24 miles, SE 1.4 star

Hospitals

Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center
24 miles, SE 4.1 star
Mountain View Hospital
24 miles, SE 5 star
Bingham Memorial Hospital
30 miles, S 2.3 star

Airports

Idaho Falls Regional Airport
19 miles, SE 1 star
Pocatello Regional Airport
50 miles, SW 1 star
Jackson Hole Airport
84 miles, SE 1.4 star
Friedman Memorial Airport
94 miles, W 1 star