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Chubbuck.
About
Life in Chubbuck
Living in Chubbuck means joining a genuinely family-oriented community that's been intentional about staying independent—the city has resisted consolidation with neighboring Pocatello since the 1960s, which tells you something about local pride and self-determination. With a median household income around $82,977 and median home values near $341,700, housing is reasonably affordable compared to many western communities, though you'll notice the rental market is tighter (median around $1,048/month). The job market is solid with unemployment at 3.9%, well below national averages, and you're part of the greater Pocatello metropolitan area if you need more employment options, though most people find what they need locally.
Chubbuck at a Glance
Population, income, housing and more
Median Age
35.9 yrs
Poverty Rate
6.0%
Foreign-Born
3.0%
Broadband Internet
91.2%
of households
Population Growth
+7.9%
recent change · Census Bureau
Median household income
Demographics3.0% foreign-born, most often from Mexico
Who lives in Chubbuck: race and ethnicity, ages, households, languages and countries of origin
In Chubbuck, the largest foreign-born group is from Mexico (58.2%), and 7.1% of residents speak Spanish at home.
Under 18
28.6%
of residents
65 and Older
16.1%
of residents
Households with Kids
36.1%
anyone under 18
Living Alone
24.1%
of households
Married Couples
59.0%
of households
Avg Household Size
2.82
people
Race & Ethnicity
Hispanic or Latino of any race; other groups are non-Hispanic
Top countries of origin (foreign-born)
Languages Spoken at Home
Cost of Livingrent 15% below ID average
Rent, home values, and income in Chubbuck
In Chubbuck, rent runs 15% below the ID average, and home values are 18% below the ID average.
Median rent (per month)
Median home value
Rent Burdened
48.5%
spending 30%+ of income on rent
Severely Rent Burdened
26.2%
spending 50%+
Cost of Living Index
88.9
metro area (BEA) · US avg = 100
Median Property Tax
$2,401
per year, owner-occupied homes
Homeowners
72.5%
of occupied homes are owned
Typical Home Built
1995
median year built
Home Value Trend
Latest: $382,921 (September 2026)
Jobs & Economyunemployment about average for ID
Unemployment in Chubbuck
Unemployment in Bannock County, which includes Chubbuck, is close to the ID average.
Unemployment rate
Chubbuck: Bannock County rate (county-wide) · BLS annual average
Unemployment Rate — 10 Year Trend
Bannock County (county-wide) · Annual averages
What Chubbuck Residents Do for Work · share of employed residents by industry
City residents, wherever they work
Commute17.1 min avg
How Chubbuck residents get to work, and the nearest airports
In Chubbuck, most residents drive alone to work (75%), and 90% get there in under 30 minutes.
How People Get to Work
Commute Time Distribution
Nearest airports · with airline service
- 7 mi
Pocatello Regional Airport (PIH)
Regional airport · few flights20k passengers boarded in 2025
- 149 mi
Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
Major hub13.4M passengers boarded in 2025
Straight-line distance. Size is the FAA’s hub category, based on passenger traffic: regional airports may have only a few flights a day.
Safetyviolent crime 15% below national average
Crime rates for 2025
Violent crime in Chubbuck runs 15% below the national average.
Violent Crime Rate
279.6
per 100,000 residents
Below average (329 national, 2025)
Property Crime Rate
1,653.5
per 100,000 residents
Above average (1,552 national, 2025)
Chubbuck Police Department
Natural DisastersWinter Weather most common — 22 events in 2025
Natural hazard risk, storms and earthquakes
FEMA National Risk Index
Relatively Low
66.9 / 100
Compares expected losses from natural hazards, social vulnerability and community resilience against every US county (higher = more risk).
Bannock County, county-wide · FEMA NRI December 2025
In Bannock County, which includes Chubbuck, the most common type is winter weather, with 22 recorded events in 2025.
Most common events:
Storm events by year
| Year | Events | Top Type | Property Damage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 22 | Winter Weather | $68,500 |
| 2024 | 28 | Winter Weather | $9,500 |
| 2023 | 31 | Winter Storm | $16,500 |
| 2022 | 32 | Heavy Snow | $5,000 |
| 2021 | 20 | High Wind | $3,000 |
| 2020 | 19 | Winter Storm | $10,000 |
| 2019 | 25 | Winter Storm | $9,000 |
| 2018 | 9 | Heavy Snow | None reported |
Property damage is the National Weather Service's estimate filed with each event. “None reported” means the events were logged with $0 damage; “Not estimated” means no estimate was filed. Storms covering several counties aren't counted here, since NOAA doesn't split their damage by county.
22 earthquakes of magnitude 2.5+ within 100 miles in the past year
Bannock County, county-wide
Air Quality36 median AQI — Good
Days by air quality category (2025)
Air quality in Bannock County, which includes Chubbuck, is typically good — 324 good-air days per year.
Median AQI
36
Good Days
324
per year
Moderate Days
40
per year
Unhealthy Days
0
per year
Bannock County, county-wide
Climate85°F summers, 21°F winters
30-year climate averages (1991–2020) — monthly temperatures and precipitation
Chubbuck has warm summers (avg high 85°F) and cold winters (avg low 21°F).
Spring (Mar–May)
59°/35°F
avg high / low
Summer (Jun–Aug)
85°/54°F
avg high / low
Fall (Sep–Nov)
62°/37°F
avg high / low
Winter (Dec–Feb)
37°/21°F
avg high / low
Annual Precipitation
12.1"
Annual Snowfall
63.6"
Hot Days/Year
41
days above 90°F
Freeze Days/Year
150
days below 32°F
Rainy Days/Year
105
Average month
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| Month | High | Low | Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 36°F | 20°F | 1.14" |
| Feb | 41°F | 22°F | 1.04" |
| Mar | 51°F | 29°F | 1.27" |
| Apr | 58°F | 34°F | 1.41" |
| May | 69°F | 42°F | 1.54" |
| Jun | 79°F | 49°F | 1.11" |
| Jul | 89°F | 57°F | 0.64" |
| Aug | 88°F | 56°F | 0.85" |
| Sep | 77°F | 48°F | 1.18" |
| Oct | 62°F | 37°F | 1.09" |
| Nov | 46°F | 27°F | 1.00" |
| Dec | 35°F | 20°F | 1.21" |
Healthcare
Hospitals, ratings, and health insurance in Chubbuck
Uninsured
3.6%
of residents
No hospitals inside Chubbuck's limits — nearest hospitals · within 15 miles
Portneuf Medical Center
Acute Care Hospitals · ER available · 4.4 mi away · Pocatello
Adult Health · vs. the typical US place
Share of adults. Modeled estimates, not counted cases. “US” = the typical US place.
Medicare-certified hospitals only. Doesn’t include clinics, urgent care, or freestanding ERs.
Education20.0:1 student/teacher ratio
Schools and degree attainment in Chubbuck
Chubbuck's student/teacher ratio is 20.0:1 (higher than the national average of 16:1), and 27.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
Public Schools
6
within city limits
Private Schools
0
within city limits
College Degree Rate
27.9%
adults 25+ with bachelor's or higher
Student/Teacher Ratio
20.0:1
National avg 16:1
Schools located within city limits (2023) — school-level metrics change slowly year to year
Colleges Near Chubbuck (within 15 miles)
Public · 4-year · 7,583 students · in-state tuition $8,914 · 46% graduate · median earnings $50,919 (10 yrs after entry)
Degree-granting colleges with 100+ students, placed by campus location (main campuses only — branch campuses are reported under their parent school)
Parks & Recreationclosest: Craters Of The Moon National Monument & Preserve, 55 mi
Nearby national parks, recreation areas and public libraries for Chubbuck
Chubbuck has 4 nearby national parks or recreation areas, closest being Craters Of The Moon National Monument & Preserve (55 mi away).
Nearby National Parks & Recreation Areas
Craters Of The Moon National Monument & Preserve
National Monument & Preserve
55 mi awayCity Of Rocks National Reserve
National Reserve
87 mi awayGolden Spike National Historical Park
National Historical Park
90 mi awayMinidoka National Historic Site
National Historic Site
92 mi awayPublic Libraries in Chubbuck
Portneuf District
5210 Stuart, Chubbuck
Cities Near Chubbuck
The closest cities within 60 miles
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Chubbuck FAQ
Is Chubbuck, Idaho affordable?⌄
Chubbuck's median rent is $1,048/month, which is below the national average, making it relatively affordable. The median household income is $82,977/year. Median home value is $341,700.
Is Chubbuck, Idaho safe?⌄
Chubbuck's violent crime rate was 280 per 100,000 residents in 2025, which is below the national average of 329/100k that year. Property crime rate is 1654 per 100,000. As with any city, crime rates vary by neighborhood.
What is the job market like in Chubbuck, Idaho?⌄
Bannock County, which includes Chubbuck, has an unemployment rate of 4.0%, which is close to the national average of 4.3%.
What is the cost of living in Chubbuck, Idaho?⌄
The cost of living in Chubbuck is primarily driven by housing. Median rent is $1,048/month and median household income is $82,977/year. The median home value is $341,700. About 49% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing.
How is the commute in Chubbuck, Idaho?⌄
The average commute in Chubbuck is 17 minutes, which is shorter than average compared to the national average of 26 minutes.
Data from the US Census Bureau, BLS, FBI, NOAA, EPA, Zillow Research and other public sources. Where our data comes from