Murtaugh, ID

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
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
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
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
146 332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$142,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$455 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$754 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Twin Falls County
5
Twin Falls Metro Area
5
Idaho
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Twin Falls County
5
Twin Falls Metro Area
5
Idaho
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 5 28
Feb 1 3 32
Mar 1 1 41
Apr 1 0 48
May 1 0 56
Jun 1 0 64
Jul 0 0 72
Aug 0 0 70
Sep 0 0 61
Oct 1 0 49
Nov 1 2 37
Dec 1 5 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 21% of residents leaning left and 75% leaning right.

Liberal (21%) (74%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 71%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, ID State Senate District 24, ID State House District 24, ID
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Schools

Murtaugh Schools
<1 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Valley School
7 miles, N • 2.3 star
Hansen Jr/Sr High School
8 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Colleges

College of Southern Idaho
17 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Cassia Regional Hospital
20 miles, E • 3.2 star
St Luke's Jerome
24 miles, NW
Minidoka Memorial Hospital
26 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Friedman Memorial Airport
70 miles, N • 1 star
Pocatello Regional Airport
85 miles, E • 1 star
Idaho Falls Regional Airport
127 miles, E • 1 star
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