Ponderay, ID

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,456 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
50.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$50,119 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
11 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$391,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$497 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$854 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
25.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Bonner County
2
Sandpoint Urban Area
2
Idaho
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Bonner County
2
Sandpoint Urban Area
2
Idaho
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 17 26
Feb 2 9 30
Mar 2 4 36
Apr 2 0 44
May 2 0 52
Jun 2 0 60
Jul 1 0 66
Aug 1 0 65
Sep 1 0 55
Oct 2 0 44
Nov 4 6 33
Dec 4 21 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (34%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 60%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 12%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Kootenai Elementary School
1 miles, E • 2.8 star
Lake Pend Oreille High School
2 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Farmin Stidwell Elementary School
2 miles, W • 2.8 star
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Colleges

North Idaho College
45 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Carrington College-Spokane
55 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Bonner General Hospital
2 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Newport Community Hospital
25 miles, W • 4.1 star
Kootenai Health
44 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Spokane International Airport
66 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Lewiston-Nez Perce County Airport
135 miles, SW • 1 star
Missoula International Airport
149 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Tri-Cities Airport
186 miles, SW • 1 star
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