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Rigby, ID


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Rigby, Idaho

Rigby, Idaho, in Jefferson county, is 15 miles NE of Idaho Falls, Idaho (center to center) and 449 miles NW of Denver, Colorado. The city is home to some 2,998 residents.

The People and Families of Rigby

In Rigby, about 64% of adults are married. At the risk of over-generalizing, you could say that Rigby tends toward large families and full houses. Got kids? Want 'em? You might feel you need them to fit in properly in this city.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Rigby had a median family income of $36,417.

Political Inclinations

John Kerry was the top money-getter ($250) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Rigby. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Rigby Housing

According to the 2000 census, 72% of the housing in Rigby was owner-occupied.

Commuting

In Rigby, 89% of commuters drive to work. If you like the choice of taking public transportation instead of driving, take a look at the city.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 6%Rigby Public Transportation Use

Comparative Profile of Rigby, ID

Comparing Rigby 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
Racial Diversity77
Female Share of the Population610
Male Share of the Population51
Senior Citizens45
Well-Paid Single Men22
Age of the Population12

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size98
Portion of People Married87

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults67
People Above Poverty57
Median Family Income45
People in Middle Class or Better34

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use1010
Working at Home98
Walking and Biking to Work75
Short Commute Times75

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals88
Affordability of Rents78
Affordability of Property Taxes66
Housing Recently Built54
People Living Alone34
Seasonal and Vacation Housing21

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime78
Low Violent Crime55
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