Moscow

Moscow, Idaho Overview

With a composite score of 60.4/100 and a A grade, Moscow ranks #5 of 20 cities in Idaho. Its strongest showing is in Safety (93/100), while Fiscal Health (26/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in Moscow

Moscow’s median income of $56,497 is 18% below the state median, but positive population growth of 1% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 2.8%.

Safety in Moscow

Moscow’s violent crime rate of 15 per 100,000 is well below both the Idaho rate of 214 and national norms, making safety one of the city’s defining features. The property crime rate is 1487.3 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Moscow

The median home value is $352,000. Median monthly rent is $902. Renters spend 19.2% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline. The price-to-income ratio of 6.2x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Moscow

The adult obesity rate in Moscow is 28.5% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 6.3%. Residents report an average of 18.9 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Idaho ranks #23 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Moscow

Moscow has a high school graduation rate of 87%. The student-teacher ratio is 15.6:1. Per-pupil spending is $12,120. The city has 8 public schools serving 2,505 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Moscow

The annual average temperature in Moscow is 49.2°F. Summers average 69.5°F. Winters average 32.6°F. Annual precipitation is 20.8 inches. The average commute of 12.9 minutes is notably short.

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