Payette County, ID

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
26,190 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,723 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$310,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$412 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$726 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
71.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Ontario Urban Area
2
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

Ontario Urban Area
5
Idaho
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 28
Feb 1 2 33
Mar 1 0 43
Apr 1 0 49
May 1 0 58
Jun 1 0 66
Jul 0 0 74
Aug 0 0 72
Sep 0 0 62
Oct 1 0 50
Nov 1 1 37
Dec 2 8 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 22% of residents leaning left and 72% leaning right.

Liberal (22%) (73%) 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

New Plymouth High School
4 miles, W • 3.2 star
New Plymouth Middle School
4 miles, W • 3.7 star
New Plymouth Elementary
4 miles, W • 3.2 star
Fruitland Middle School
8 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Treasure Valley Community College
11 miles, NW • 1.4 star
The College of Idaho
24 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Valor Health
16 miles, SE
Weiser Memorial Hospital
20 miles, N • 4.1 star
West Valley Medical Center
24 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Boise Air Terminal-Gowen Field
40 miles, S • 2.3 star
Friedman Memorial Airport
127 miles, SE • 1 star
Lewiston-Nez Perce County Airport
164 miles, N • 1 star
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