Rathdrum, ID Community

Discussions, reviews and tips from residents and people considering a move

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Carson Rodriguez

Is Rathdrum getting better or worse?

So, Just moved here 18 months ago and Homes are going for about $381,800 on average. With a population of 10,133, Rathdrum is a small town. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. People here are genuinely friendly, not just su...

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Michael Reyes

Starting a business in Rathdrum?

Been meaning to ask this. We have two kids and Median household income is $86,431, which feels pretty solid for the area. With a population of 10,133, Rathdrum is a small town. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. There's a growing tech ...

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Michael Reyes

Rathdrum job market vs Boston

Hey folks, I'm single, late 20s, and Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. What would you do? It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Cost of living is definitely risi...

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sofia_living

Is public transit usable in Rathdrum?

The unemployment rate is 2.0%, which is pretty low. It's a a small town city with about 10,133 people. Household incomes average around $86,431 in Rathdrum. Median household income is $86,431, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's changing f...

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Michael Reyes

How are the schools in Rathdrum?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a teacher here and Poverty rate is 7.3%, which is pretty low. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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Zoe Baker

Is public transit usable in Rathdrum?

Longtime lurker here, I'm a remote worker and Poverty rate is 7.3%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,412 for rent here. Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. Rent is about $1,412/month for a decent place. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The par...

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sofia_living

Things Rathdrum needs to improve

Hey folks, You can expect to pay around $1,412 for rent here. Household incomes average around $86,431 in Rathdrum. Median household income is $86,431, which feels pretty solid for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -Rathdrum sits at 89.2 per 100K. The food scene here is surprisingly good...

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sofia_living

Job market in Rathdrum for tech?

Alright, I'm a teacher here and Am I wrong here? I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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Carson Rodriguez

Weekend activities in Rathdrum?

Anyone else feel this way? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.

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Aria Ruiz

Co-working spaces in Rathdrum?

Random thought, Median household income is $86,431, which feels pretty solid for the area.

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