RANK #550 / 996 · POP 124,490 · ID
PROJECTED GROWTH: +0.5%
The city of Idaho Falls, the county seat and largest city in Bonneville County, is known for its scenic River Walk along the Snake River, featuring waterfalls created by a hydroelectric dam. Located in eastern Idaho, Bonneville County is approximately 45 miles west of Irwin and 28 miles west of Rexburg. The community offers a blend of urban amenities in Idaho Falls and access to extensive natural landscapes, including mountains less than an hour away. Outdoor recreation is a significant draw, with opportunities for boating, camping, fishing, and snowmobiling, particularly around the Ririe Reservoir. Life in Bonneville County appeals to families and young professionals, with a high homeownership rate. Public schools in the county are generally above average, including institutions like White Pine Charter School and Alturas Preparatory Academy. The local economy is experiencing growth, particularly in sectors like construction, business, and financial services. Major investments are also flowing into data centers and energy generation projects, with the Idaho National Laboratory being a key driver of economic activity and higher per capita income compared to the state average.
Above national median (4.7x)
Well below national median
Moderate climate & terrain
Above national median (13x)
Housing is fairly valued at 5.2x relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
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| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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Deep Atomic INL Data Center
Deep Atomic
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$600M | Planned |
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Arco Wind and Solar Project
Berkshire Hathaway (owner), PacifiCorp (operator)
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$359M | Planned |
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Amazon Delivery Station (W1D1)
Amazon
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$50M | Operating |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
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Bonneville County has a Boom Town Index score of 45/100, ranking #550 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at -0.9% and a median household income of $73,103, it faces some economic headwinds compared to faster-growing counties.
The median home value in Bonneville County is $288,300 with median rent at $971/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.2536, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +2.2% year-over-year. Job growth: -0.9%. Home values changed +0.6% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 2.73% of Bonneville County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.