Parma, ID

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
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
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
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
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
1,836 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$47,798 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
20.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$232,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$396 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$777 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.1% 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 30
Feb 1 2 34
Mar 1 1 44
Apr 1 0 49
May 1 0 58
Jun 1 0 66
Jul 0 0 74
Aug 0 0 73
Sep 1 0 63
Oct 1 0 50
Nov 1 2 39
Dec 2 6 29

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%) (75%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 18%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, ID State Senate District 9, ID State House District 9, ID
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Schools

Maxine Johnson Elementary
<1 miles, E • 3.2 star
Parma Middle School
<1 miles, E • 2.3 star
Parma High School
<1 miles, E • 3.7 star
Nyssa Elementary School
7 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Colleges

The College of Idaho
16 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Treasure Valley Community College
16 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

West Valley Medical Center
15 miles, SE • 4.1 star
St Luke's Nampa Medical Center
21 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Valor Health
24 miles, E
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Airports

Boise Air Terminal-Gowen Field
39 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Friedman Memorial Airport
134 miles, SE • 1 star
Lewiston-Nez Perce County Airport
179 miles, N • 1 star
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