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Chubbuck, ID

Chubbuck is a city in Bannock County, Idaho. It is part of the Pocatello Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 13,922 at the 2010 census. Chubbuck is located immediately north of Pocatello, Idaho, and has opposed several consolidation proposals since the 1960s.

Chubbuck is located at 42°55′18″N 112°28′3″W (42.921648, -112.467416), at an elevation of 4,472 feet (1,363 m) above sea level. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.20 square miles (10.88 km²), of which, 4.19 square miles (10.85 km²) is land and 0.01 square miles (0.03 km²) is water. The area's main shopping mall is Pine Ridge Mall.

As of the census of 2010, there were 13,922 people, 4,732 households, and 3,586 families living in the city. The population density was 3,322.7 inhabitants per square mile (1,282.9/km²). There were 4,961 housing units at an average density of 1,184.0 per square mile (457.1/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 90.5% White, 0.4% African American, 2.4% Native American, 1.1% Asian, 0.3% Pacific Islander, 2.3% from other races, and 3.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 7.5% of the population.

There were 4,732 households, of which 44.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.0% were married couples living together, 11.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 24.2% were non-families. 19.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.94 and the average family size was 3.40.

The median age in the city was 30.2 years. 33.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 27.9% were from 25 to 44; 20.3% were from 45 to 64; and 10% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.6% male and 51.4% female.

Healthcare is another significant sector, with institutions like Portneuf Medical Center serving the community's medical needs. Chubbuck places a strong emphasis on health and wellness, offering its residents various resources to maintain a balanced lifestyle. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the Chubbuck Parks and Recreation Department. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Planet Fitness, Unlimited Fitness and Jriven Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Chubbuck, such as the Idaho Falls Canal Trail and Idaho Falls Greenbelt. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Chubbuck, ID include Geronimo’s Trampoline Park, O.K. Ward Park / Brooklyn's Playground, Zoo Idaho, and Outer Limits Fun Zone. 

Population: 16,165 (2022). Elevation: 4,472 ft (1,363 m). Area: 5.91 sq mi (15.30 km²). ZIP Code: 83202. Area code(s): 208, 986.

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How did Chubbuck, ID get its name?

A railroad conductor named Earl Chubbuck, who lived in Blackfoot, was in charge of loading railroad cars with agricultural produce from the area. All produce in the area was loaded on to the trains at the Chubbuck Siding. The run became know as the Chubbuck Beet Run. It was later changed or shortened to Chubbuck.

Is Chubbuck, ID a good place to live?

Living in Chubbuck offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many families and young professionals live in Chubbuck and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Chubbuck are above average.

Is Chubbuck, ID expensive to live in?

Chubbuck, Idaho gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 89.2, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 10.8% lower than the U.S. average and 15.5% lower than the average for Idaho. A typical home costs $364,800, which is 7.9% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 18.0% less expensive than the average Idaho home, at $445,000. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Chubbuck costs $990 per month, which is 30.8% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 13.1% cheaper than the state average of $1,120. To live comfortably in Chubbuck, Idaho, a minimum annual income of $69,840 for a family, and $30,000 for a single person is recommended.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Chubbuck

Portneuf Medical Center

Chubbuck Parks and Recreation Department

Planet Fitness

Unlimited Fitness 

Jriven Fitness

Idaho Falls Canal Trail 

Idaho Falls Greenbelt

Geronimo’s Trampoline Park

O.K. Ward Park / Brooklyn's Playground

Zoo Idaho

Outer Limits Fun Zone

Family Search

Niche

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