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  • Idaho Falls has a Livability Score of 86/100, which is considered exceptional
  • Idaho Falls crime rates are 65% higher than the Idaho average
  • Cost of living in Idaho Falls is 1% lower than the Idaho average
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can't wait to leave User Rating 0.5 rating By Anonymous ( Aug 14, 2019) Unless you are drinking the mormon kool-aid or you have a tremendous alcohol and/or meth problem you will hate this city. Food is atrocious. Safe haven for racists. It gains half a star for its proximity to beautiful natural attractions. ...Read More Read Less
I was born and raised here. User Rating 3.5 rating By aefirestar ( Nov 13, 2013) Although I grew up here I have lived in Salt Lake, Sacramento, and Elko. When I was growing up I had a sort of resentment for how quiet it is here and so did a lot of my friends. We all talked about moving to California or somewhere more interesting. After moving around looking f ...Read More or a place to call home I realized that Idaho Falls really is my home. Its just the right size, diverse and has the most beautiful wilderness. There is sooooo many interesting hiking and camping places. There is also a good variety of stores and restaurants. The falls are beautiful and downtown is a wonderful place to window shop. There is a large LDS presence, enough to be noticed by your children while growing up but most everyone is super accepting so its not really a problem. The crime rate is low and I always felt comfortable as a female taking walks alone at night. Either way I love it here and know that its the best place for me to raise my coming child. Even though I live in the country now not directly in town. (We call it the middle of absolutely nothing). So in summary its a great place if your not looking for a lot of action. Read Less
The Best Place To Live - Idaho Falls, ID User Rating 5 rating By Anonymous ( May 24, 2012) Idaho Falls, Idaho has some of the best scenic views you will ever see along with the most polite people to ever live around. I happen to be a resident of Idaho Falls and have experienced the beauty for myself over the years. I have lived in Idaho Falls, Idaho for more than 15 ye ...Read More ars. I moved from Memphis, TN to get away from the high crime and lifeless city. I then located to Idaho Falls. This city has been named as one of "the best places to live." I agree with the others on being my favorite place to live because there is so much fun available like checking out the Tautfaus Park Zoo. African Penguins are running about along with South American Birds, and there is plenty of food to eat in the Zoo's Kookaburro Kafe as well.

The Funland Amusement park has always excited me because it brings me back to being a child. I take my son there on occasions to ride those amazing rides. Whitewater rafting is exhilarating and is a sport I have accomplished also. There are specialized guides that help you down the Snake River near an area called Swan Valley. The sites are unbelievable and help take all your stress away.

I like to eat so I am very familiar with the best local restaurants. Snake Bite is one of those eating places, Papa Tom's Pizza, and my favorite which is the Olive Garden. It's the bread sticks and salad that gets me. Golfing is a sport to consider, and there are at least four golf courses to choose from that I go to. Most locals enjoy hanging out around something called the Greenbelt. It is like a special walkway around the Snake River. It will take you through bridges and exquisite pictures of water and greenery. I know there are people out there who like to party, and some of my spots are the Bliss nightclub along with the R&R bar. That is why I live in Idaho Falls now.

Idaho falls has an Information Center found on 505 Lindsay Boulevard with particular upcoming events including Forest service maps and the best camping destination spots. There are regulations on hunting and fishing so I always make sure I stay on top of that. I hope you see this wonderful city called Idaho Falls in Idaho one day and experience the beauty as I have been able to. Read Less
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The Best Place To Live - Idaho Falls, ID User Rating 5 rating By Anonymous ( May 24, 2012) Idaho Falls, Idaho has some of the best scenic views you will ever see along with the most polite people to ever live around. I happen to be a resident of Idaho Falls and have experienced the beauty for myself over the years. I have lived in Idaho Falls, Idaho for more than 15 ye ...Read More ars. I moved from Memphis, TN to get away from the high crime and lifeless city. I then located to Idaho Falls. This city has been named as one of "the best places to live." I agree with the others on being my favorite place to live because there is so much fun available like checking out the Tautfaus Park Zoo. African Penguins are running about along with South American Birds, and there is plenty of food to eat in the Zoo's Kookaburro Kafe as well.

The Funland Amusement park has always excited me because it brings me back to being a child. I take my son there on occasions to ride those amazing rides. Whitewater rafting is exhilarating and is a sport I have accomplished also. There are specialized guides that help you down the Snake River near an area called Swan Valley. The sites are unbelievable and help take all your stress away.

I like to eat so I am very familiar with the best local restaurants. Snake Bite is one of those eating places, Papa Tom's Pizza, and my favorite which is the Olive Garden. It's the bread sticks and salad that gets me. Golfing is a sport to consider, and there are at least four golf courses to choose from that I go to. Most locals enjoy hanging out around something called the Greenbelt. It is like a special walkway around the Snake River. It will take you through bridges and exquisite pictures of water and greenery. I know there are people out there who like to party, and some of my spots are the Bliss nightclub along with the R&R bar. That is why I live in Idaho Falls now.

Idaho falls has an Information Center found on 505 Lindsay Boulevard with particular upcoming events including Forest service maps and the best camping destination spots. There are regulations on hunting and fishing so I always make sure I stay on top of that. I hope you see this wonderful city called Idaho Falls in Idaho one day and experience the beauty as I have been able to. Read Less

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      A+ Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Idaho Falls? Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Liberty Park
      Poitevin Park
      Kate Curley Park
      Civitan Plaza
      South Capital Park
      Friendship Garden
      20th Street Park
      Rollandet Park

      Entertainment

      The Museum of Idaho
      The Phoenix
      Actors' Repertory Theater of Idaho
      ARTitorium on Broadway
      Museum of the Odd
      Pugsslane Alley
      Centre Twin
      Willard Arts Center

      Food & Drink

      R & R Bar
      That One Place Lounge
      The Celt Pub & Grill
      Heads & Tails Distillery
      Samoa Club
      Black Rock
      Golden Crown Lounge
      The House On Park Pub

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Idaho Falls? Of all people who commute, 2.7% take public transportation in Idaho Falls.
      Drive to Work
      80%

      3% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      3%

      2% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      2%

      1% lower than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Idaho Falls a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Mountain View Hospital & Idaho Falls Community Hospital
      Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center

      Pharmacies

      Broulim's Pharmacy
      Prescription Center Pharmacy
      Fred Meyer Pharmacy
      Walgreens
      Mike's Pharmacy and Compounding Center

      Doctors

      Wind River Pain Management
      Mountain Crest Foot & Ankle
      Eastern Idaho Spinal/Neurological Surgery
      Teton Specialty Medical Center
      Bingham Memorial Family Medicine
      Monarch Healthcare
      Sterling Medical
      Idaho Hand Institute