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Nampa, ID
Nampa · Canyon County · ID 83651
Updated October 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$339K
Median Price
38/100
Walk Score
6.9/10
Schools
30 min
to Boise
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
D+Safety
55/100
C+Schools
69/100
CQuietness
60/100
B+Commute
85/100
FWalkability
38/100
WYLT Score62/100
Our Take
Nampa offers affordable housing and decent family schools, but it’s far from walkable and has limited transit options. If you’re a budget‑conscious family or a remote worker with a car, it can work, but commuting to Boise takes time.
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The Good
- ✓affordable median home price ($263k vs Boise’s $350k+), "mid‑range" median rent ($1234), strong high school options with some top‑rated schools
- ✓good internet options for remote work (Sparklight gigabit), low flood risk (X zone)
- ✓larger family households average 2.72 people, plenty of housing units
- ✓moderate crime levels for a suburban area
Real Talk
- !low walkability – you’ll need a car for most errands
- !commuting to Boise takes about 30‑40 minutes and depends on traffic
- !limited public transit; bus routes exist but are infrequent
- !air quality can dip in winter due to heating; check local reports
- $higher utility bills in winter due to heating needs
- $commuting costs (gas, tolls, parking)
- $potential maintenance costs for older homes in some neighborhoods
- $property insurance may be higher if in a wildfire risk area
Best For
budget familiesremote workers with a carfirst‑time home buyerssuburban lifestyle seekers
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityLow
Crime & Safety
Nampa, ID
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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