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Challis, ID


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Challis, Idaho

Challis, Idaho, in Custer county, is 116 miles NE of Boise, Idaho (center to center) and 418 miles E of Portland, Oregon. The city contains a population of approximately 909.

The People and Families of Challis

In Challis, about 63% of adults are married. If you enjoy solitude, you might enjoy living in Challis, which is home to many people who live alone.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Challis had a median family income of $39,444.

Political Inclinations

Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in Challis.

Crime and Safety

Crime isn't one of the big worries for most people in the city.

Challis Housing

Challis has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 68% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. The city sports a large amount of seasonal housing, typically for vacation or part-time use. You can't avoid taxes, but at least in Challis the property taxes tend to be lower than most.

Commuting

In Challis, 85% of commuters drive to work. Be careful driving aroung the city -- lots of residents enjoy bicycling and walking there.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Low Violent Crime
(vs. Peers)
Top 3%trophyChallis Low Violent Crime
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 3%trophyChallis Walking and Biking to Work
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. State)
Top 5%trophyChallis Affordability of Property Taxes
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)
Top 12%Challis Well-Paid Single Men
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)
Top 14%Challis Well-Paid Single Women

Comparative Profile of Challis, ID

Comparing Challis 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
Age of the Population910
Male Share of the Population86
Senior Citizens810
Well-Paid Single Men89
Well-Paid Single Women69
Female Share of the Population35
Children Under 5 Years Old21
Racial Diversity11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married54
Average Household Size21

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults88
People in Middle Class or Better58
Median Family Income57
People Above Poverty56

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work1010
Working at Home75
Short Commute Times64
Public Transportation Use33

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone1010
Seasonal and Vacation Housing1010
Housing Recently Built87
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals88
Affordability of Property Taxes810
Affordability of Rents78

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime1010
Low Property Crime78
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