If you’re looking for some ideas on where to live in Idaho, you’ve come to the right place!
Obviously, the best place to live is a fairly subjective thing. It all depends on your lifestyle, your family, your job, your hobbies, and your budget.
Here are some key questions to ask yourself when looking for the best place to live for YOU in Idaho:
- What is the cost of housing? (Home prices and rent)
- What is the job market like in the area?
- How is commuting and transportation?
- How good are public schools in the area?
- Is it a safe place to live?
- What is the culture like?
- What is there to do for fun?
- What is the weather and climate like throughout the year?
With that said, our picks for the best places to live in Idaho include:
- Boise
- Meridian
- Eagle
Read why they made the list below!
1. Boise
Boise is located in Ada County within the southwest region of Idaho.
With a population of 226,000, Boise ranks 1st largest in Idaho. It’s a medium sized city with a suburban feel in most areas.
Boise’s climate is classified as a semi-arid continental climate with a distinct winter, spring, summer, and fall. Average highs range from 39 to 93 throughout the year, with July and August being the hottest months on average.
Average lows range from 25 to 62, with December being the coldest month of the year on average.
Here’s how we rate Boise on a few key categories:
| Category | Rating |
| Value & Affordability | 3.5/5 |
| Jobs | 4/5 |
| Public Schools | 45 |
| Crime & Safety | 3.5/5 |
2. Meridian
Meridian is located in Ada County within the southern central part of Idaho.
With a population of 102,000, Meridian ranks 2nd largest in Idaho. It’s a large sized town with a spread out suburban feel in most areas.
Here’s how we rate Meridian on a few key categories:
| Category | Rating |
| Value & Affordability | 3/5 |
| Jobs | 4/5 |
| Public Schools | 4/5 |
| Crime & Safety | 4/5 |
3. Eagle
Eagle is located in Ada County within the southwest region of Idaho.
With a population of 26,500, Eagle is a small town with a suburban and rural feel in most areas.
Eagle’s weather ranges from hot and dry summers to cold, dry winters. With highs averaging 85 in the hottest months and lows averaging 25 in the coldest months.
Here’s how we rate Eagle on a few key categories:
| Category | Rating |
| Value & Affordability | 3/5 |
| Jobs | 4/5 |
| Public Schools | 4/5 |
| Crime & Safety | 4/5 |
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