Twin Falls, ID
Full City Profile · Idaho · Jerome County County
Twin Falls, ID
At a Glance
How Twin Falls Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Twin Falls's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Twin Falls a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Twin Falls residents earn a median household income of $60,760 , which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,526. The unemployment rate stands at 3.1% (14% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 941 business establishments, including 40 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Twin Falls is $279,400 , 1% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $372,848. Median rent is $1,011/month, with 29.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 95.5 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1980.
Safety & Crime
Twin Falls reports 431 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 13% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,144/100K. The murder rate is 5.4/100K.
Education
22.7% of adults in Twin Falls hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below the national average). 89.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Twin Falls has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.3 inches.