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Jerome, ID

Jerome is a city in and county seat of Jerome County, Idaho, United States. The population was 10,890 at the 2010 census, up from 7,780 in 2000. The city is the county seat of Jerome County, and is part of the Twin Falls Micropolitan Statistical Area. It is the second largest city in Idaho's Magic Valley region, second only to Twin Falls which is located 10 miles (16 km) southeast. Jerome's economy is largely agrarian, with dairy farming being one of the main revenue sources for the local economy.

Jerome is located at 42°43′29″N 114°31′3″W (42.724622, -114.517543), at an elevation of 3,763 feet (1,147 m) above sea level. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 5.52 square miles (14.30 km²), all of it land. Jerome is actually a desert, when the settlers first settled, it was a basalt rich desert with only small bushes for vegetation.

At the 2020 census there were 12,349 people and 4,005 households in the city. The population density was 2,213.08 inhabitants per square mile (854.5/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 63.9% White, 0.0% African American, 1.2% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, 25.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 46.1%.

Health and wellness are integral aspects of life in Jerome, with the city offering various resources to support residents' well-being. St. Luke's Magic Valley Medical Center in nearby Twin Falls ensures that quality healthcare services are within reach for Jerome's residents. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the Jerome 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. A popular option includes Jerome Physical Therapy Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Jerome, such as the Jerome's Snake River Canyons Park, Camozzi Park and Candlelight Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Jerome, ID include Gayle Forsyth Memorial Park, Minidoka National Historic Site, and Jerome Country Club. 

Population: 13,037 (2022). Elevation: 3,763 ft (1,147 m). Area: 5.58 sq mi (14.45 km²). ZIP Code: 83338. Area code: 208.

FAQs

What is the cost of living in Jerome, ID?

Jerome, Idaho's cost of living is 7% lower than the national average. Jerome's housing expenses are 14% lower than the national average and the utility prices are 13% lower than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 1% higher than the national average. Jerome has grocery prices that are 2% lower than the national average. Healthcare in Jerome is 4% lower than the national average.

How did Jerome, ID get its name?

Jerome is the seat of Jerome County and the center of a large Carey Act irrigation project. The town was established in 1907 by the Kuhn Brothers, as part of the North Side Twin Falls Canal Company. It takes its name from Jerome Hill, one of the investors in the project, and a brother-in-law of W.S. Kuhn. The city of Jerome became a municipal corporation on March 24, 1919.

Is Jerome, ID a good place to live?

Living in Jerome offers residents a suburban rural mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Jerome there are a lot of parks. Many families live in Jerome and residents tend to lean conservative.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Jerome

St. Luke's Magic Valley Medical Center

Jerome Parks and Recreation Department

Jerome Physical Therapy Fitness

Jerome's Snake River Canyons Park

Camozzi Park 

Candlelight Park

Gayle Forsyth Memorial Park

Minidoka National Historic Site

Jerome Country Club

Payscale

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