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#1 in Best Suburbs to Live in Idaho

A-
Overall Grade
Suburb of Boise, ID
374 reviews

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Meridian Residents

Diversity

B

Based on ethnic and economic diversity.

Population

97,008

Unemployment Rate

2.1%

Poverty Rate

8.7%

Non-Citizens

2.8%

Poll

What one word or phrase best describes the people who live in your area?

Based on 46 responses

Nice
50%
Conservatives
22%
Varied
15%
Family oriented
4%
Independent
4%
Mormon
4%

Meridian Demographics

Master's degree or higher
10%
12%
Bachelor's degree
25%
19%
Some college or associate's degree
36%
29%
High school diploma or equivalent
25%
28%
Less than high school diploma
4%
13%

White
87%
Hispanic
8%
Asian
3%
Two or more races
2%
African American
1%
American Indian or Alaska native
0%
Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
0%
Other race
0%

Female
51%
Male
49%

<10 years
15%
10-17 years
13%
18-24 years
7%
25-34 years
13%
35-44 years
15%
45-54 years
14%
55-64 years
11%
65+ years
12%

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Income

Median Household Income

$68,131

National

$55,322

<$25k
15%
$25-$44k
18%
$45-$74k
24%
$75-$149k
31%
$150k+
13%

Median Individual Income

$33,332

National

$27,419

<$15k
25%
$15-$34k
27%
$35-$64k
26%
$65k+
23%

Community

Poll

81%: of residents say there is a good sense of community.48 responses

Poll

63%: of people say LGBT residents are somewhat accepted.46 responses

Poll

What is the most helpful tip for a new resident to know before moving to your area?

Based on 19 responses

It is kid friendly, and close to parks and pools.
58%
Liberals aren’t loved; know the city
16%
Get involved in the community
11%
Get to know those around you
5%
Get to know your neighbors
5%
When in smaller areas it's expected to go downtown
5%

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