Idaho Falls

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Idaho Falls, ID

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Idaho Falls boasts plenty of natural amenities.

Affordable Riverside Mountain Views

Located along the Snake River in eastern Idaho, Idaho Falls combines natural beauty with modern convenience. The city's River Walk features miles of paved trails where residents can enjoy views of the city's namesake falls while walking, running, or cycling. The rental market remains stable, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,212, reflecting a 1.8% increase over the past year. The downtown area features local shops and cultural attractions like the Museum of Idaho, while the Numbered Streets neighborhood offers easy access to Kate Curley Park and the Wesley W. Deist Aquatic Center.

Idaho Falls serves as eastern Idaho's center for healthcare, commerce, and technology, anchored by the Idaho National Laboratory. The College of Eastern Idaho provides educational opportunities for residents. The city's location, just hours from Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, makes weekend adventures easily accessible. The Snake River Landing development hosts community gatherings, including the annual Melaleuca Freedom Celebration. Local parks, including the Japanese Friendship Garden and Freeman Park, offer year-round outdoor recreation. The city's history spans from its establishment in 1864 as Taylor's Crossing to its current status as a regional technology hub.

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An aerial view of the Tetons Mall in Idaho Falls.

Idaho Falls has numerous local shops in historic buildings.

Cars parked in front of a local coffee shop in Idaho Falls.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Idaho Falls, ID is $861 for a studio, $1,235 for one bedroom, $1,407 for two bedrooms, and $1,787 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Idaho Falls has decreased by -1.0% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,235/month
725 Sq Ft
House
$1,877/month
1,719 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,097/month
1,157 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,536/month
1,540 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Idaho Falls, ID is 16.7% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Idaho Falls is 41.1% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $861 - $1,787. You can expect to pay 4.1% less for groceries, 16.9% less for utilities, and 2.0% more for transportation.

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Transportation

41

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

47

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Fairview Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-6

302 Students

Westside Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-6

500 Students

Discovery Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-6

630 Students

Longfellow Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-6

598 Students

Falls Valley Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-6

375 Students

Bonneville Online High School

Public

Grades 6-12

280 Students

Taylorview Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

776 Students

Rocky Mountain Middle School

Public

Grades PK & 7-8

536 Students

Eagle Rock Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

776 Students

Sandcreek Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

577 Students

Bonneville High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,128 Students

Bonneville Online High School

Public

Grades 6-12

280 Students

Idaho Falls Senior High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,334 Students

Compass Academy

Public

Grades 9-12

481 Students

Skyline Senior High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,321 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Tautphaus Park Zoo
  • Caribou National Forest
  • Minnetonka Cave

Airports

  • Idaho Falls Regional

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.