Median Age
36 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
28%
Over 65
16%
Idaho Falls
Idaho Falls, ID Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,214
Population
69,100
Renter Mix
37% Rent
Idaho Falls boasts plenty of natural amenities.
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Riverside
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Mountain Views
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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.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$64,640
Average: $88,634
Education
16,805
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
33,681
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Idaho Falls has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
37%
Non-Renters
63%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
20%
Other Education
80%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Idaho Falls, ID is $932 for a studio, $1,212 for one bedroom, $1,404 for two bedrooms, and $1,801 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Idaho Falls has decreased by -4.2% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,212/month
725 Sq Ft
House
$2,024/month
1,700 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,086/month
898 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,713/month
1,692 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Idaho Falls, ID is 17.3% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Idaho Falls is 41.2% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $932 - $1,795. You can expect to pay 4.6% less for groceries, 16.8% less for utilities, and 2.0% more for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Idaho Falls, ID is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
302 Students
Public
Grades K-5
556 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
500 Students
Taylors Crossing Charter School
Public
Grades PK-12
370 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
630 Students
Taylors Crossing Charter School
Public
Grades PK-12
370 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
280 Students
American Heritage Charter School
Public
Grades K-12
488 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
776 Students
Public
Grades PK & 6-8
536 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,708 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,128 Students
Taylors Crossing Charter School
Public
Grades PK-12
370 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
280 Students
American Heritage Charter School
Public
Grades K-12
488 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
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 February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.