Richfield, ID

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
558 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$59,375 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
21.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$196,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$426 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$585 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lincoln County
2
Hailey 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

Lincoln County
1
Hailey Urban Area
1
Idaho
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 24
Feb 1 5 28
Mar 1 3 38
Apr 1 1 46
May 1 0 54
Jun 1 0 62
Jul 0 0 70
Aug 0 0 69
Sep 1 0 59
Oct 1 1 47
Nov 1 3 34
Dec 1 9 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 24% of residents leaning left and 70% leaning right.

Liberal (24%) (70%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 72%
Hillary Clinton 16%
Other 12%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, ID State Senate District 26, ID State House District 26, ID
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Schools

Richfield School
<1 miles, N • 3.2 star
Dietrich School
11 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Shoshone Elementary School
15 miles, W • 1.9 star
Shoshone High School
15 miles, W • 3.7 star
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Colleges

College of Southern Idaho
36 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

St Luke's Jerome
29 miles, SW
North Canyon Medical Center
30 miles, W • 5 star
Minidoka Memorial Hospital
38 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Friedman Memorial Airport
32 miles, N • 1 star
Pocatello Regional Airport
80 miles, SE • 1 star
Idaho Falls Regional Airport
110 miles, E • 1 star
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