Wilder, ID

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
1,690 332.4M (US)
Median Age
30.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
78.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,938 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$215,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$413 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$685 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Canyon County
4
Boise City Metro Area
3
Idaho
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Canyon County
5
Boise City Metro Area
4
Idaho
3

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 24% of residents leaning left and 70% leaning right.

Liberal (24%) (71%) Conservative

Climate

Cold semi-arid climate. Dry grassland climate with cold winters and moderate seasonal temperature swings. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 5 30
Feb 1 3 35
Mar 1 1 44
Apr 1 0 50
May 1 0 58
Jun 1 0 66
Jul 0 0 74
Aug 0 0 73
Sep 1 0 63
Oct 1 0 52
Nov 1 2 39
Dec 2 6 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Schools

Wilder Elementary School
<1 miles, SE · 1.9star
Wilder Middle School
<1 miles, E · 1star
Wilder High School
<1 miles, E · 3.2star
Cossa Academy
<1 miles, NE · 2.8star

Colleges

The College of Idaho
12 miles, SE · 1.9star
Northwest Nazarene University
19 miles, SE · 1.9star

Hospitals

West Valley Medical Center
11 miles, SE · 4.1star
St Luke's Nampa Medical Center
16 miles, SE · 4.1star

Airports

Boise Air Terminal-Gowen Field
35 miles, SE · 2.3star
Friedman Memorial Airport
131 miles, SE · 1star