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Compare Osburn vs Smelterville on cost, climate, safety, and daily life

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Osburn

Idaho

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Smelterville

Idaho

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Best for affordability: Smelterville, Idaho

Smelterville, Idaho looks like the easiest place here to live with less financial drag. It comes out ahead on home price.

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Comparison Matrix

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General Info
Population1,510603
Elevation2,520 ft(768 m)2,234 ft(681 m)
Housing & Wealth
Median Home
$266,326
$203,745
Median Rent
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Median Income$41,833$46,078
Climate & Risks
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Air QualityN/AN/A
Infrastructure & Lifestyle
Safety Score82 / 1000 (Crime Index)
School Rating5.5/10N/A
Internet Access
Fiber: 29%Cable: 75%
Fiber: 12%Cable: 50%
Demographics
Median Age45.6 years49.5 years
College Educated11%1%
Remote Workers7%14%
Nature Access
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