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Idaho Falls, Idaho

Idaho Falls, Idaho, in Bonneville county, is 446 miles NW of Denver, Colorado. The city contains a population of approximately 50,730.

The People and Families of Idaho Falls

In Idaho Falls, about 60% of adults are married. There are plenty of young children in Idaho Falls.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Idaho Falls had a median family income of $47,431. The typical family in Idaho Falls is better off than most in Idaho. The city has a large middle class. Interestingly, lots of people in Idaho Falls have Bachelor's degrees (or better).

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Idaho Falls favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $9,325. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the city.

Idaho Falls Housing

Idaho Falls has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 68% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Taxes on residences are higher here than most places in Idaho, which may reflect a commitment to education in the city.

Commuting

In Idaho Falls, 88% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Public Transportation Use
(vs. State)
Top 3%trophyIdaho Falls Public Transportation Use
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)
Top 7%Idaho Falls Well-Paid Single Women
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)
Top 8%Idaho Falls Well-Paid Single Men
College Educated Adults
(vs. State)
Top 8%Idaho Falls College Educated Adults
Median Family Income
(vs. State)
Top 10%Idaho Falls Median Family Income
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)
Top 14%Idaho Falls Affordability of Rents
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. State)
Top 16%Idaho Falls People in Middle Class or Better

Comparative Profile of Idaho Falls, ID

Comparing Idaho Falls 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
Male Share of the Population86
Well-Paid Single Men510
Senior Citizens54
Well-Paid Single Women410
Age of the Population34
Female Share of the Population35
Racial Diversity28

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married76
Average Household Size75

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults710
People Above Poverty58
People in Middle Class or Better59
Median Family Income510

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use810
Short Commute Times87
Working at Home86
Walking and Biking to Work66

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents95
Affordability of Property Taxes82
Seasonal and Vacation Housing74
People Living Alone56
Housing Recently Built55
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals59

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime64
Low Property Crime53

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