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35 discussions from residents and visitors

Axel Reed

Healthcare options in Idaho Falls?

Random thought, I'm single, late 30s, and Average temperature is around 47--F, so expect cold winters. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. What do you all think? The food scene here is surprisingly good. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's a very car-dependent city, fo...

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William Gomez

Housing in Idaho Falls compared to Baltimore

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Average temperature is around 47--F, so expect cold winters. Median household income is $69,630, which feels about average for the area. Poverty rate is 8.1%, which is pretty low. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Property taxes are high but you ge...

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Aaliyah Kim

Worst things about Idaho Falls nobody talks about

We're a young couple and With a population of 66,672, Idaho Falls is a smaller city. Homes are going for about $298,600 on average. You can expect to pay around $992 for rent here. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The suburbs are where most families end up. People here ar...

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Leo P.

What I wish I knew before living in Idaho Falls

I've been here for 5 years and Rent is about $992/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The city has invested a lot in new development. TIA! Property taxes are high but you get good services. Public transit ne...

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Alexa Gomez

Things that make Idaho Falls unique

OK so Crime rate is something to consider -Idaho Falls sits at 277.0 per 100K. Average temperature is around 47--F, so expect cold winters. The suburbs are where most families end up. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Would love some local perspective. Any help is appreciated. Hones...

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Leo P.

Is public transit usable in Idaho Falls?

We're a young couple and You can expect to pay around $992 for rent here. The median home value here is around $298,600, which seems about average. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Would love some local perspective. It'...

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Brooks

Moving from Orlando to Idaho Falls next month

Household incomes average around $69,630 in Idaho Falls. It's a a smaller city city with about 66,672 people. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, n...

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Valentina C.

What I wish I knew before living in Idaho Falls

First post here. Rent is about $992/month for a decent place. Median household income is $69,630, which feels about average for the area. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's changing...

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Thomas Lewis

Best coffee shops in Idaho Falls?

Curious what people think. Born and raised here. Homes are going for about $298,600 on average. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Am I wrong here? It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. There's a growing tech scene whi...

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Alexa Gomez

Is Idaho Falls still affordable?

Hello, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Homes are going for about $298,600 on average. With a population of 66,672, Idaho Falls is a smaller city. Household incomes average around $69,630 in Idaho Falls. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's not perfect, but the commun...

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nola_evan

Starting a business in Idaho Falls?

Curious what people think. I'm a teacher here and Rent is about $992/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $69,630 in Idaho Falls. The suburbs are where most families end up. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's not...

11 replies 8 upvotes jobs
Abigail H.

Best kept secrets of Idaho Falls, ID

Been meaning to ask this. Born and raised here. The unemployment rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $992 for rent here. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The city has invested a lot in new development. Worth the trade-offs?

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Maya

Studio apartments in Idaho Falls -options?

Average temperature is around 47--F, so expect cold winters. You can expect to pay around $992 for rent here. The weather takes some getting used to. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. What neighborhoods would you suggest? It's not per...

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Brooks

Is Idaho Falls getting better or worse?

OK so With a population of 66,672, Idaho Falls is a smaller city. Does this match your experience? Looking forward to hearing from you all.

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Emma Roberts

Is Idaho Falls getting better or worse?

My partner and I are Poverty rate is 8.1%, which is pretty low. The weather takes some getting used to. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Am I wrong here? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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William Gomez

Idaho Falls is underrated, change my mind

Curious what people think. Military spouse here. Poverty rate is 8.1%, which is pretty low. It's a a smaller city city with about 66,672 people. Average temperature is around 47--F, so expect cold winters. Crime rate is something to consider -Idaho Falls sits at 277.0 per 100K. Household incomes ave...

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Leo P.

Best hidden gems in Idaho Falls

Longtime lurker here, The suburbs are where most families end up. Any advice would be great. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.

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katherine_native

Anyone work in healthcare in Idaho Falls?

Alright, Average temperature is around 47--F, so expect cold winters. Household incomes average around $69,630 in Idaho Falls. You can expect to pay around $992 for rent here. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Public tra...

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Charlotte Cook

Is Idaho Falls good for remote workers?

Crime rate is something to consider -Idaho Falls sits at 277.0 per 100K. Household incomes average around $69,630 in Idaho Falls. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The suburbs are where most families end up. Thoughts? Cost of livi...

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Charlotte Cook

Life in Idaho Falls as a young professional

My partner and I are The median home value here is around $298,600, which seems about average. Crime rate is something to consider -Idaho Falls sits at 277.0 per 100K. Median household income is $69,630, which feels about average for the area. You can expect to pay around $992 for rent here. Downtow...

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Declan Sanders

The good and bad of living in Idaho Falls

Hi all, Crime rate is something to consider -Idaho Falls sits at 277.0 per 100K. The unemployment rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. The suburbs are where most families end up. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The parks and outdoor ar...

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William Gomez

Things Idaho Falls needs to improve

Hey folks, I've been here for 4 years and Average temperature is around 47--F, so expect cold winters. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Does this match your experience? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.

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Charlotte Cook

Best restaurants in Idaho Falls?

First post here. The unemployment rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. Poverty rate is 8.1%, which is pretty low. The weather takes some getting used to. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Worth the trade-offs?

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Elizabeth T.

Moving to Idaho Falls for work -advice?

Hi all, My family moved here when I was a kid. Rent is about $992/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 8.1%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $69,630 in Idaho Falls. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The school...

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Stella T.

What's it really like living in Idaho Falls?

First post here. I relocated for work and Household incomes average around $69,630 in Idaho Falls. Poverty rate is 8.1%, which is pretty low. With a population of 66,672, Idaho Falls is a smaller city. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The parks ...

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Aaliyah Kim

How is the nightlife in Idaho Falls?

I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Rent is about $992/month for a decent place. The median home value here is around $298,600, which seems about average. The city has invested a lot in new development. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's a very car-dependent city, for better o...

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Alexa Gomez

What surprised you most about Idaho Falls?

Hey everyone, There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Am I wrong here? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.

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