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Buhl, ID


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Buhl, Idaho

Buhl, Idaho, in Twin Falls county, is 100 miles SE of Boise, Idaho (center to center) and 442 miles SE of Portland, Oregon. The city is home to some 3,985 residents.

The People and Families of Buhl

In Buhl, about 57% of adults are married. Got kids? Want 'em? You might feel you need them to fit in properly in this city.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Buhl had a median family income of $34,242.

Political Inclinations

John Kerry was the top money-getter ($2,500) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Buhl. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Buhl Housing

According to the 2000 census, 69% of the housing in Buhl was owner-occupied.

Commuting

In Buhl, 95% of commuters drive to work. The relatively short commuting times in the city let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

High Points

Buhl strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Idaho):

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 14%Buhl Racial Diversity
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 18%Buhl Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of Buhl, ID

Comparing Buhl to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Idaho (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Children Under 5 Years Old97
Racial Diversity89
Senior Citizens89
Male Share of the Population63
Female Share of the Population58
Well-Paid Single Men46
Age of the Population47
Well-Paid Single Women37

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size74
Portion of People Married53

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults44
People Above Poverty45
Median Family Income34
People in Middle Class or Better23

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times97
Walking and Biking to Work86
Public Transportation Use76
Working at Home21

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals88
Seasonal and Vacation Housing76
People Living Alone78
Affordability of Rents67
Affordability of Property Taxes68
Housing Recently Built42

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime44
Low Violent Crime21
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