Alta, WY
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
4/10
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Housing
1/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
1/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.
Residents
Population
656
332.4M (US)
Median Age
54.3 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.3%
64% (US)
College-Educated
54.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$166,667
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.5%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$1,063,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$623
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$905
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
90.2%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Teton County
2
Jackson Urban Area
2
Wyoming
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Teton County
2
Jackson Urban Area
2
Wyoming
4
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 27% of residents leaning left and 66% leaning right.
Liberal (27%) (67%) ConservativeClimate
Subarctic climate. Long severe winters and short cool summers typical of high-latitude interiors. See monthly weather averages below.
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2 | 26 | 18 |
| Feb | 1 | 18 | 21 |
| Mar | 1 | 12 | 31 |
| Apr | 2 | 8 | 40 |
| May | 2 | 2 | 49 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 56 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 64 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 63 |
| Sep | 1 | 0 | 53 |
| Oct | 1 | 3 | 42 |
| Nov | 2 | 18 | 29 |
| Dec | 2 | 28 | 18 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Schools
Alta Elementary
1 miles, SW
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Teton Middle School
4 miles, W
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Teton High School
4 miles, W
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Basin Alternative High School
5 miles, W
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Colleges
Brigham Young University-Idaho
38 miles, NW
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Rexburg College of Massage Therapy
39 miles, NW
Paul Mitchell the School-Rexburg
39 miles, NW
Evans Hairstyling College-Rexburg
39 miles, NW
Hospitals
Teton Valley Hospital
5 miles, W
St Johns Medical Center
25 miles, S
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Madison Memorial Hospital
37 miles, NW
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Mountain View Hospital
52 miles, W
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Airports
Jackson Hole Airport
19 miles, SE
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Idaho Falls Regional Airport
55 miles, W
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Yellowstone Airport
63 miles, N
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Pocatello Regional Airport
99 miles, W
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