Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Idaho Falls

Affordability in Idaho Falls

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median monthly rent in Idaho Falls is $1,075 and the median household income is $73,110 annually. About 36% of households in the city are renters, reflecting a mix of owner and renter occupied housing across the area.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Idaho Falls Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 364 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Note that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

Getting Around Idaho Falls

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Idaho Falls has a Walk Score of 44 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 49. Most errands and trips will likely require a car. No Transit Score is available for this area.

Schools

Idaho Falls is served by 46 schools across 7 districts, including 23 elementary, 6 middle, and 17 high schools, according to NCES Common Core of Data. Quality and programs vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for their specific address before making a decision.

Cost of Living in Idaho Falls

The median household income in Idaho Falls is $73,110 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. About 36% of residents rent their homes.

The citywide median rent is $1,075 per month according to Census ACS 5-Year data, which gives helpful context for what income-restricted units in Idaho Falls may save you compared to market-rate housing.

Idaho Falls has 8 HUD-assisted or income-restricted properties with a combined 289 units tracked on Lease Lantern. Income and rent limits for these properties are set by HUD and vary by household size and program type.

Environmental Exposure

None of the 8 HUD-assisted properties in Idaho Falls are mapped in a flood zone, and none are identified as high-risk, according to flood data for this city.