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Burley, Idaho

Introduction to Burley, Idaho

Burley, Idaho, in Cassia county, is 72 miles W of Pocatello, Idaho (center to center) and 445 miles N of Las Vegas, Nevada. The city has a population of 9,316.

Burley History

The present day City of Burley is partly located in Minidoka County, which was established on January 28, 1913; and partly in Cassia County. In 1918, it became the county seat of Cassia County, which was organized on February 20, 1879 and was named after the Cassia Creek. Prior to that Albion was the county seat. It is the second - largest city of Magic Valley.

Burley and nearby Attractions

  • Minidoka County Historical Museum
  • Lake Walcott State Park
  • Murtaugh Lake County Park
  • Stanley Museum
  • Cassia County Historical Museum

Things To Do In Burley

Tourists can visit the Minidoka National Wildlife Refuge while staying the City of Burley. The local parks like the East Park, Freedom Park, and West Park are also ideal for spending your leisure hours. One can also have a look at the Goose Creek. The city also hosts several events and festivals such as the Cassia County Fair every year.

Burley Transportation

Joslin Field - Magic Valley Regional Airport provides facilities for air transportation.

Burley Higher Education

Higher education facilities are provided by the College of Southern Idaho, Idaho State University, Utah State University, and Weber State University.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)		Top 5%trophyBurley Short Commute Times
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)		Top 14%Burley Affordability of Rents
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)		Top 14%Burley Walking and Biking to Work
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)		Top 15%Burley Racial Diversity
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)		Top 19%Burley Affordability of Property Taxes

Comparative Profile of Burley, ID

Comparing Burley 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 Old108
Male Share of the Population73
Senior Citizens66
Racial Diversity69
Female Share of the Population48
Age of the Population23
Well-Paid Single Men23

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size86
Portion of People Married75

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People Above Poverty23
College Educated Adults25
Median Family Income23
People in Middle Class or Better23

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Short Commute Times1010
Walking and Biking to Work98
Working at Home64
Public Transportation Use36

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents97
Affordability of Property Taxes98
Seasonal and Vacation Housing74
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals57
People Living Alone45
Housing Recently Built44

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