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Moscow is centrist with a liberal slant and has a Democratic representative in Congress

25,174

Moscow Population7

42,500

Median Income6

6.0

Unemployment Rate19

Air Quality

100
- Unhealthy air quality
  
  0 days per year
- Unhealthy air quality for sensitive groups
  
  0 days per year
- High PM2.5 pollution14
  
  31 days per year
- High ozone
  
  0 days per year
Safety

94
- Property crimes1
  
  1,565.1 per 100,000 residents
- Violent crimes1
  
  51.6 per 100,000 residents
Travel Connectivity

76
- Airports
  
  2
- Train stations
  
  0
Taxes

66
- City income tax
  
  0.0 % (for median earners)
- City income tax
  
  0.0 % (for high earners)
- State income tax18
  
  4.1 % (for median earners)
- State income tax18
  
  5.7 % (for high earners)
- City sales tax
  
  0.0 %
- State sales tax22
  
  6.0 %
- Property tax23
  
  0.7 %
- Vehicle tax23
  
  0.0 %
Local Transportation

65
- Walkability score9
  
  47
- Bikeability score9
  
  55
- Transit score
  
  0
- Commute via public transit19
  
  1.2 %
- Commute via walking19
  
  16.6 %
- Commutes via driving solo19
  
  62.7 %
- Commute time (avg)19
  
  14.9 minutes
Climate

53
- Sunny days3
  
  1 days
- Rainy days10
  
  112 days
- Hot days10
  
  20 days
- Cold days10
  
  128 days
- Average humidity10
  
  63 %
- Average wind speed10
  
  9 mph
- Annual snowfall10
  
  43 inches
- Temperature in January10
  
  30 °F
- Temperature in July10
  
  70 °F
- Wildfire risk25
  
  Medium
- Hurricane risk25
  
  None
- Tornado risk25
  
  Low
- Earthquake risk25
  
  Low
- Flood risk25
  
  Low
Economy

47
- Income6
  
  $15,293
- Income (full-time)6
  
  $42,500
- Income ($100,000 or more)6
  
  8.9 %
- Income ($25,000 and less)6
  
  12.3 %
- Income growth (1-year)6
  
  200.4 %
- Income growth (10-year)6
  
  20.5 %
- Employment rate19
  
  94.0 %
- Employment rate (full-time)6
  
  32.6 %
- Employment rate growth (1-year)19
  
  3.8 %
- Employment rate growth (10-year)19
  
  11.4 %
- Population growth (1-year)7
  
  1.4 %
- Population growth (10-year)7
  
  8.2 %
Home Pricing

45
- Median home value5
  
  $321,533
- Median home value (sq ft)11
  
  $92
- Median rent price12
  
  $645
Attractions

45
- Restaurants8
  
  470.1 per 100,000 residents
- Bars8
  
  90.1 per 100,000 households
- Performing arts centers15
  
  77.3 per 100,000 households
- Museums17
  
  38.6 per 100,000 households
- Music venues20
  
  4
- Historical sites
  
  0
- Golf courses21
  
  11
- Wineries
  
  0
- Casinos24
  
  6
Education

44
- Public schools rated 8+4
  
  3
- Public schools rated 8+ (%)4
  
  12.0 %
- High schools in top 25%13
  
  2
- High schools in top 25% (%)13
  
  25.0 %
- Top rated public high school13
  
  Moscow High School
- Top rated public high school (national rank)13
  
  2,984
Diversity

41
- White or Middle Eastern7
  
  90.1 %
- Black7
  
  1.2 %
- Asian7
  
  3.5 %
- Hispanic7
  
  5.0 %
Healthcare

34
- Hospitals (<50 miles)2
  
  7
- Hospital rating (avg)2
  
  3.67 / 5
- 5-star hospitals2
  
  1
- 5-star hospitals (%)2
  
  16.7 %
- 5-star hospital (nearest)
  
  20.1 miles from city center
Internet Connectivity

17
- Access to 25+ mbps wired broadband26
  
  81.2 %
- Access to 100+ mbps broadband26
  
  79.4 %
- Average download speed26
  
  38 mpbs
- Households with broadband27
  
  85.4 %
Outdoor Activities

9
- Beaches
  
  0
- Parks16
  
  8
- Ski resorts
  
  0

The population of Moscow that is 55 years and older grew by 44.9% since 2010, which is the city's fastest growing segment.

Age

24.7

Median Age7

8.2

Population Growth Since 20107

Proportion of Population by Age Group vs. United States average7

Moscow residents are mostly white and the city is slowly becoming less diverse as the white community has grown by 7.5% since 2010, while the Hispanic community, 2nd largest in the city, has grown by 27.6%

Race

82.2

Idaho Population, White7

61.1

United States population, White7

Population Distribution by Race/Ethnicity7

Moscow is at a low risk for natural disasters. The most common disasters are volcanoes, volcanoes, and volcanoes.

Weather

Chance of Rain10

Chance of Sunshine3

Average Temperature36

The average home value in Moscow increased by 61% since 2010 which is 18% higher than the national average and 19% lower than the state average

Rent

645

Monthly Average12

Renters37

Average Home Value5

Moscow is a somewhat low tax location with sales tax 13% lower than the national average and property tax 35% lower than the national average, but income tax 18% higher than the national average.

Other

0.72

Property Tax23

6.0

Sales Tax22

0.0

Vehicle Tax23

Effective Income Tax Rate at Various Income Levels (Married, Filing Jointly)38

Moscow has an average employment rate of 94% which is 0% higher than the national average. The largest employers are University of Idaho and Camas Prairie Winery

Income

12.3

<$25,0006

8.9

$100,000+6

Distribution by Industry19

Moscow is centrist with a liberal slant and has a Democratic representative in Congress

2016 Presidential Election Results39

Representatives

Mayor29	Bill Lambert Republican
House of Representative29	Russ Fulcher Republican

The nearest 5-star hospital, Whitman Hospital And Medical Center, is 20.1 miles from the center of Moscow, the nearest Veterans Affairs medical center, Mann-Grandstaff VA Medical Center, is 67.5 miles away, and the nearest top-rated hospital for cancer care, Seattle Cancer Care Alliance/University of Washington Medical Center, is 258.5 miles away

Medicare-Rated Hospitals (<50 Miles)2

Is Marijuana Legal?

Medical30	No
Decriminalized30	No

In Idaho, 57.8% of adults live in a household with at least one gun, which is a marginal decrease from 2000 when 60.9% of adults lived in households with guns

Gun Laws

Universal Background Checks31

Permit to Purchase Law31

Property Crimes and Violent Crimes per 100,000 Residents

#1	2019 Best Cities for Families by MarketWatch32

1	2018 Offenses Known to Law Enforcement \| FBI
2	Medicare-certified hospitals \| Medicare.gov
3	Sunshine - Average Percent of Possible
4	School Rankings & Reviews for Public and Private Schools \| Great Schools
5	Zillow Housing Data
6	2018 Earnings in the Past 12 Months \| ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles \| United States Census
7	2018 Demographic And Housing Estimates \| ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles \| United States Census
8	2017 County Business Patterns \| United States Census
9	2020 City & Neighborhood Scores \| Walk Score
10	Comparative Climatic Data \| National Centers for Environmental Information
11	United States Home Prices & Home Values
12	Rent Research \| Zumper
13	Best High Schools in the US \| U.S. News & World Report's
14	AirData \| United States Environmental Protection Agency
15	Performing Arts Centers \| Yelp
16	Parks \| Yelp
17	Museums \| Yelp
18	State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets for 2020 \| Tax Foundation
19	2018 Economic Characteristics \| ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles \| United States Census
20	Music Venues \| Yelp
21	Golf Courses \| Yelp
22	2020 State and Local Sales Tax Rates \| Tax Foundation
23	2020 Property and Vehicle Taxes by State \| WalletHub
24	Casinos \| Yelp
25	Natural Center for Disaster Preparedness \| Columbia University
26	Internet Service Providers: Availability & Coverage \| Broadband Now
27	2018 Social Characteristics \| ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles \| United States Census
28	Zippia, The Career Expert
29	Who represents me \| Ballotpedia
30	State Policy \| Marijuana Policy Project
31	State-Level Estimates of Household Firearm Ownership \| The RAND Corporation
32	2019 Best Cities for Families \| MarketWatch
33	2010 Demographic And Housing Estimates \| ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles \| United States Census
34	Elevations and Distances \| U.S. Geological Survey Publications Repository
35	Normal Precipitation, Inches
36	Normal Daily Minimum Temperature, °F
37	2018 Selected Housing Characteristics \| ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles \| United States Census
38	Federal Income Tax Calculator \| smartasset
39	2016 Presidential Election Results \| Politico

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