Located 15 miles from Twin Falls, Jerome is one of Magic Valley's most populous and diverse cities. With just over 13,000 residents, the city provides a rural lifestyle with close access to everyday amenities and recreation. The city went through a 6% population growth from 2020 to 2023. That growth comes from the city’s lower price points to Twin Falls and a new employer. “There’s a lower cost on property in Jerome, so if people don’t have the budget for Twin Falls, they’ll come to Jerome,” says Dr. Ron Jones. Realtor at Keller Williams Sun Valley Southern Idaho. “Amazon just opened a center in Jerome, so a lot of people are moving for that.” Agriculture is a leading industry, as many dairy farms and manufacturers are on the city’s south end. Jerome has a nearly 50% Hispanic population, making the city one of the most diverse spots in the state.
The rail yard in Jerome is a major hub for dairy in agriculture distribution.
Many small businesses in jerome cater to small family Farms.
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2020s properties costing less than Twin Falls
Jerome is expanding newer buildings to the city’s north and east side. “The town is growing really fast because prices are lower than Twin Falls,” Dr. Jones says. “Twin Falls is the largest price in Magic Valley.” The median home price is $357,000, which is $10,000 less than Twin Falls. On the higher side of this price point are houses from the 2020s or large plots of land. These are craftsman ranch or two-story homes with multi-car garages. On the lower end of this price point are acre plots of land or older homes. “Most homes get views of the mountains and the snow-covered ones from the northeast and the south,” Dr. Jones says.
Find charming modern craftsman homes in downtown Jerome.
Newer builds like modern craftsmans
and ranches can be found in north east Jerome.
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Various recreation options within a few hours
Jerome manages 15 parks and recreation opportunities. These parks vary from larger spaces with loads of amenities to small pocket parks with picnic benches. The Jerome Recreation Center is home to a playground and swimming pool. Shepherd’s Park has multiple tennis courts. North Park is just off Main Street and has a skate park. Golfers can tee up at the Jerome Country Club. Club members can access an 18-hole course, a restaurant and a pro shop. Thousand Springs State Park is 20 miles west. Hikers and bikers can try out the Kelton Trail, which used to be the travel route for mail, freight and passengers. Visitors can also participate in picnicking, bird watching and fishing.
For the deepest snow in Idaho take the short drive East to Pommerelle ski resort.
Head South to Twin Falls for movie screen magic at Twin Falls Cinema.
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Wide array of cuisines downtown
Restaurants in Jerome serve Mexican food, American cuisine and barbecue. Most eateries are found along Main Street and Lincoln Avenue in the city’s downtown area; downtown has an industrial feel, with 20th-century buildings less than two stories tall, manufacturing plants and empty lots between merchants. Shopping around this area also includes locally owned boutiques and hardware stores. Ridley’s Family Markets or La Campesina Market and Restaurant sell groceries, and Walmart Supercenter is south on Lincoln Avenue. The Magic Valley Mall is 13 miles away; shoppers can find national brands like JCPenney and Kohl’s.
Find your favorite authentic Mexican restaurant in downtown Jerome.
Ridley's family market in Jerome offers everything you need and more.
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The fair and Friday Night Lights
The Jerome County Fair is held in August. The five-day event features headline events like rodeos, concerts and motorsports, as well as a handful of classic carnival rides. Another hyped event is the Friday Night Lights Charity football games. Every August, the current Jerome High School football team and football alumni play a game with the first responders.
Dual language program at Jerome schools
All students are served under the Jerome Joint School District. The district earns a C rating from Niche. It consists of four elementary schools, one middle school, a high school and an alternative school. Jerome offers a dual-immersion program that provides learners with a bilingual experience. College of Southern Idaho has a satellite campus in Jerome.
Students in Jerome attend Jerome school district 261.
Families in Jerome will love walkable locations to parks and schools.
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Bordered by Interstate 84
Interstate 84 is south of Jerome; the east-west route goes to Boise and Pocatello. Highway 25, or Main Street, connects to Highway 93, which goes directly into Twin Falls. Jerome is 30 miles away from the Magic Valley Regional Airport, which offers two nonstop flights to Salt Lake City. The Boise Airport is 113 miles away.
5% drop in crime
According to the Idaho State Police’s 2023 Crime Report, crime in Jerome dropped 5% in 2023. The city has a high number of fraud and drug offenses, and its crime rate for Group “A” offenses (homicide, assault, etc.) is 7% higher than the state's. Jerome gets all four seasons; winters are mild with fast-melting snow, and summer can reach temperatures over 100 degrees.
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