Bannock County | Population: ~58,500 | Pocatello Metro
A Southeastern Idaho city built on a railroad history, Pocatello is home to Idaho State University and sits in a valley framed by the Portneuf Range, with a more affordable cost of living than the Treasure Valley.
The historic Old Town core near downtown retains early-1900s architecture, while newer subdivisions expand on the city’s benches above the valley floor.
Old Town — A historic, railroad-era core near downtown.
Alameda — An established, centrally located neighborhood.
Highland — Homes on the benches above the valley with city views.
Downtown Pocatello — The city’s civic and dining core.
South Hill — Established homes near Idaho State University.
Ross Park Area — Family neighborhoods near the city’s largest park and zoo.
Bench neighborhoods — Elevated homes with valley views above downtown.
Fort Hall Corridor — A commercial and residential area near I-15.
Idaho State University Area — Dense housing near campus.
Chubbuck-Adjacent — Homes near the Pocatello-Chubbuck border.
- Idaho State University anchors the local economy and culture
- Portneuf Range and nearby Pebble Creek Ski Area
- A historic, railroad-era downtown core
- Significantly more affordable than Boise or Coeur d’Alene
Pocatello remains one of Idaho’s more affordable university-town markets, with the benches above downtown typically commanding higher prices for views than the valley floor.
Grades modeled on Niche.com’s Public Schools and Commute categories; Public Transit reflects the Commute grade, the closest available proxy.
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