Shoshone, ID

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
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
1,985 332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$56,050 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$187,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$427 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$641 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 5 27
Feb 1 4 31
Mar 1 1 40
Apr 1 0 48
May 1 0 57
Jun 1 0 65
Jul 0 0 73
Aug 0 0 71
Sep 0 0 61
Oct 1 1 50
Nov 1 2 37
Dec 1 5 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 27% of residents leaning left and 66% leaning right.

Liberal (27%) (67%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 10%

Related Legislative Districts

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

High Desert
<1 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Shoshone Elementary School
<1 miles, S • 1.9 star
Shoshone High School
<1 miles, S • 3.7 star
Shoshone Middle School
<1 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Colleges

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

St Luke's Jerome
15 miles, SW
North Canyon Medical Center
16 miles, W • 5 star
Cassia Regional Hospital
42 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Friedman Memorial Airport
40 miles, NE • 1 star
Pocatello Regional Airport
92 miles, SE • 1 star
Boise Air Terminal-Gowen Field
101 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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