Preston, ID

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
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
5,800 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,625 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$280,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$439 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$718 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Franklin County
1
Logan Metro Area
1
Idaho
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Franklin County
2
Logan Metro Area
2
Idaho
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 13 21
Feb 1 10 24
Mar 1 5 35
Apr 1 2 44
May 2 0 53
Jun 1 0 61
Jul 1 0 68
Aug 1 0 67
Sep 1 0 57
Oct 1 1 46
Nov 1 6 33
Dec 1 14 23

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 8% of residents leaning left and 83% leaning right.

Liberal (8%) (85%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 6%
Other 23%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, ID State Senate District 28, ID State House District 28, ID
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Schools

Franklin County High Schoool
<1 miles, S • 3.2 star
Preston High School
<1 miles, S • 4.1 star
Oakwood Elementary School
1 miles, S • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Bridgerland Technical College
24 miles, S • 1.4 star
Utah State University
25 miles, S • 1.9 star
Stevens-Henager College
26 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Franklin County Medical Center
<1 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Logan Regional Hospital
24 miles, S • 5 star
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Airports

Ogden-Hinckley Airport
63 miles, SW • 1 star
Pocatello Regional Airport
67 miles, N • 1 star
Salt Lake City International Airport
91 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Idaho Falls Regional Airport
98 miles, N • 1 star
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