Melba, ID

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
624 332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
8.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$306,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$506 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$619 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
82.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Canyon County
4
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

Canyon County
5
Boise City Metro Area
4
Idaho
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 4 31
Feb 1 3 36
Mar 1 1 45
Apr 1 1 51
May 1 0 59
Jun 1 0 67
Jul 0 0 75
Aug 0 0 73
Sep 1 0 64
Oct 1 0 52
Nov 1 2 40
Dec 2 6 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 60%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, ID State Senate District 23, ID State House District 23, ID
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Schools

Melba Elementary School
<1 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Melba High School
<1 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Falcon Ridge Public Charter
9 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Indian Creek Elementary
10 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Northwest Nazarene University
13 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Saint Alphonsus Medical Center-Nampa
15 miles, NE • 4.1 star
St Luke's Nampa Medical Center
17 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

Boise Air Terminal-Gowen Field
20 miles, E • 2.3 star
Friedman Memorial Airport
113 miles, E • 1 star
Elko Regional Airport
180 miles, S • 1 star
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