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Housing in Gooding County
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Gooding County averages $880/month for a 2‑bedroom in 2024, compared to the Idaho median of $1,238 and the national median of $1,413. Local renters spend approximately 29% of household income on rent, below the national average of 32%.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Gooding County FMR Area are $888 for a studio, $893 for 1‑bedroom, $1,076 for 2‑bedroom, $1,496 for 3‑bedroom, and $1,805 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $196 increase for a 2-bedroom in Gooding County shows a 22% rise over that period.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Gooding County was 3.2% in 2024, compared to Idaho at 3.7% and the national rate of 4.0%.
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Twin Falls: An Agricultural Hub in Idaho
Settlers traveled along the Oregon Trail and began to settle in places like Twin Falls. Local rancher, Ira Burton Perrine, founded the Twin Falls Land and Water Company in 1900 and worked with investors to build Milner Dam that would supply water to convert arid land into fertile farmland.
The city was incorporated in 1905 and grew as an agricultural community. The name "Twin Falls" comes from two nearby waterfalls, Shoshone Falls and Pillar Falls, which are major attractions today.
Recreation in Southern Idaho
Explore the stunning Shoshone Falls, hike along the Snake River Canyon Trail with beautiful vistas of the canyon and surroundings, or cool off at Dierkes Lake where you can swim, fish, or picnic. Twin Falls has over 30 parks and trails to enjoy.
The Perrine Bridge is a hotspot for BASE jumping, attracting thrill-seekers worldwide. The Snake River Canyon provides opportunities for kayaking, rafting, and rock climbing, or soar through the canyon on zip lines at Zip the Snake!
Affordable Housing for Low-Income Households
Apartments are available for rent in Twin Falls that meet affordable housing standards: Section 8 Tenant Based, Section 8 Project Based, Section 42 Tax Credit, and other forms of rental assistance.
