Living in Bingham County, Idaho

Bingham County is a county in Idaho with a population of around 44,990. The main communities are Blackfoot, Shelley, Aberdeen.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $662/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $342K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.3%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 32°F) and warm summers (highs around 80°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Bingham County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 34 and a predominantly working-class population (21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.