Rexburg

Rexburg, Idaho Overview

Rexburg faces challenges across several categories, earning a B grade (53.9/100) and ranking #18 of 20 cities in Idaho. Even so, the city scores 96/100 in Safety — a relative bright spot compared to its Fiscal Health score of 7/100.

Income & Employment in Rexburg

The median household income in Rexburg is $50,359, 27% below the statewide median of $68,930. The local unemployment rate of 3.5% is higher than the state’s 3.2%.

Safety in Rexburg

Rexburg’s violent crime rate of 75.6 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 844.1 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Rexburg

The median home value is $384,000. Median monthly rent is $959. Renters spend 22.9% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline. The price-to-income ratio of 7.6x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Rexburg

The adult obesity rate in Rexburg is 28.5% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 4.3%. Residents report an average of 25.2 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Idaho ranks #23 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Rexburg

Rexburg has a high school graduation rate of 90%. The student-teacher ratio is 20.6:1. Per-pupil spending of $8,423 falls below the national median. The city has 10 public schools serving 5,641 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Rexburg

Winters in Rexburg are cold, averaging 19.6°F. Summers average 65.2°F. Winters average 19.6°F. Annual precipitation is 21.1 inches. The average commute of 11.6 minutes is notably short.

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