Malta, ID

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
321 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
89.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$48,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
60.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
14 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$145,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$373 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$496 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
51.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cassia County
2
Burley Urban 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

Cassia County
3
Burley Urban Area
3
Idaho
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 25
Feb 1 7 29
Mar 1 4 39
Apr 1 2 46
May 2 0 54
Jun 1 0 62
Jul 1 0 70
Aug 1 0 69
Sep 1 0 59
Oct 1 1 48
Nov 1 4 36
Dec 1 9 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 10% of residents leaning left and 85% leaning right.

Liberal (10%) (85%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 84%
Hillary Clinton 6%
Other 10%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, ID State Senate District 27, ID State House District 27, ID
See all legislative districts in this place

Schools

Raft River Jr/Sr High School
<1 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Raft River Elementary School
<1 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Albion Elementary School
13 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Declo Senior High School
19 miles, N • 4.1 star
Browse all schools near Burley Urban Area

Colleges

College of Southern Idaho
59 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Browse all colleges near Burley Urban Area

Hospitals

Cassia Regional Hospital
26 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Minidoka Memorial Hospital
27 miles, N • 4.1 star
Browse all hospitals near Burley Urban Area

Airports

Pocatello Regional Airport
57 miles, NE • 1 star
Friedman Memorial Airport
95 miles, N • 1 star
Ogden-Hinckley Airport
104 miles, S • 1 star
Browse all airports near Burley Urban Area