Garden Valley 64 Average
Garden Valley Livability #138 ranked city in Idaho#13,660 ranked city in the USARanks better than 53% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Garden Valley

PROS
  • Housing

    High scores in the housing category are attributed to this area, possibly pointing to a favorable home affordability ratio, robust appreciation rates or elevated home values.

  • Schools

    The schools category boasts a high score thanks to factors like excellent test scores, impressive graduation rates and the convenient placement of elementary and high schools in this area.

  • Ratings

    Locals express favorable opinions about the proximity of everyday local amenities, parks, public transit, neighborly atmosphere, strong sense of community and the general safety of the area.

CONS
  • Amenities

    A large portion of amenities are not ideally situated within walking distance, potentially requiring residents to utilize a vehicle or public transportation.

  • Commute

    Access to public transportation in this particular area may be limited, which can result in longer-than-average commute times to reach workplaces.

  • Employment

    Low income levels and high unemployment rates results in a low score in the employment category. It could prove difficult to find well-paying employment in this area.

  • Health & Safety

    A low health and safety score may be attributed to factors such as subpar air quality and the unavailability of certain health-related facilities like hospitals, clinics, doctors and pharmacies.

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      Garden Valley transportation information

      Statistic Garden Valley Idaho National
      Average one way commute20min20min26min
      Workers who drive to work60.4%78.3%76.4%
      Workers who carpool6.8%10.0%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit0.0%0.7%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.0%1.0%0.6%
      Workers who walk14.7%2.8%2.8%
      Working from home18.1%5.9%4.6%
      Source: The Garden Valley, ID data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).