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Pocatello, ID Area Guide

Welcome to Pocatello, Idaho, a historic railway city nestled in the Portneuf Valley. Surrounded by mountain views, this former railroad hub offers rental options from apartment communities to historic homes. Current rental data shows one-bedroom apartments averaging $901 per month and two-bedrooms at $1,209. Notable areas include Old Town district, the Idaho State University neighborhood, and the Chubbuck corridor. The Portneuf Greenway system spans more than 15 miles, connecting residential areas to parks and recreation spots.

Idaho State University anchors the city's educational and cultural scene, with the L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center hosting performances throughout the year. Residents enjoy proximity to Pebble Creek Ski Area and numerous hiking trails in the surrounding mountains. Known historically as the "U.S. Smile Capital," Pocatello has approximately 60,000 residents. Local attractions include the Idaho Museum of Natural History and the Museum of Clean. Downtown Pocatello preserves its historic architecture while offering dining and shopping destinations. The city's railroad heritage remains evident throughout its neighborhoods, complementing ongoing community developments.

Rent Trends

As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Pocatello, ID is $614 for a studio, $938 for one bedroom, $1,249 for two bedrooms, and $1,537 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Pocatello has increased by 2.7% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$938/month
645 Sq Ft
House
$1,580/month
1,143 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Pocatello, ID is for everyday living.

Not walkable

Walkability

10 / 100

Exceptionally drivable

Drivability

90 / 100

Fairly bikeable

Bikeability

50 / 100

Schools

Edahow Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

Tendoy Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

Gate City Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

Syringa Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

Franklin Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

Irving Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

Alameda Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

Hawthorne Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

Pocatello Community Charter

Public

Grades PK-8

Century High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Highland High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Pocatello High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Gateway Prof-Tech School

Public

Grades 9-12

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Idaho Museum of Natural History
  • Pocatello Zoo

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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.