Idaho
American Falls is a small town in Idaho with a population of 4,636. Residents earn $58,376 per year, which is 22% below the national average.
Based on current data, American Falls receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. American Falls has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in American Falls is $58,376, 22% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in American Falls is $172,800, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $710 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
American Falls is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 138 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,724 per 100,000, near the national average.
13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
American Falls experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
| English Only | 61.8% |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 38.2% |
| 185% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $58,376 |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $22,568 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,075 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,038 |
| Unemployment | 4.9% |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 3.6% |
| 71% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 281 |
| County GDP | $561M |
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Healthcare | 14 |
| Retail | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,660 |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.12% |
| Commute Time | 14.1 min |
| Work from Home | 3.4% |
| Census Median | $172,800 |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $264,286 |
| Median List Price | $334,000 |
| Median List Price | $334,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $155 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 0.0% |
| Price Drops | 5.9% |
| Inventory | 17 |
| Census Median Rent | $710 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Studio | $898 |
| 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,173 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,619 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,949 |
| Owner-Occupied | 75.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,660 |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.12% |
| Obesity | 38.7% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.4% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.0% |
| Depression | 21.5% |
| Mental Distress | 17.3% |
| Physical Distress | 15.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 80.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.2% |
| Premature Death | 6,932/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 14 |
| Total Violent | 137.9/100K |
| 64% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 137.9/100K |
| Total Property | 1,723.7/100K |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 160.9/100K |
| Theft | 1,516.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 46.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 48.7°F |
| 10% below US avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 11.1 inches |
| 71% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 4,414 ft (1,345 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,880/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.7828°N, 112.8542°W |
| County FIPS | 16077 |
Winner: Republican by 45.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 13.7% |
| 59% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 82.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.43 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 2,880/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.6 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 14 |
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Retail Stores | 13 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 14.1 min |
| Work from Home | 3.4% |