Rexburg, ID, is a small city with a population of 40,000, characterized by its strong community spirit and youthful demographic, largely due to the presence of Brigham Young University-Idaho. The university, with over 30,000 students, significantly influences local life, offering entertainment, art shows, and campus events that residents enjoy. The city has a notable religious presence, with more than half of the population associated with the LDS church and over 20 LDS churches scattered around. Rexburg's housing market features contemporary, rancher, and craftsman-style homes, with new single-family homes in planned subdivisions and older properties near the campus. The city boasts nine parks, including Porter Park with the Idaho Centennial Carousel, and Rexburg Rapids water park at Riverside Park. Golfers can visit Teton Lake Golf Course, which transforms into a winter sports park during colder months. Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks are about 100 miles away, offering hiking, mountain biking, and wildlife viewing. Dining options are concentrated around Main Street and 2nd, with notable spots like Righteous Slice, acclaimed for its New York-style pizza. Rexburg is part of Madison County, a dry county, so nightlife is minimal, but restaurants do serve beer and wine. Despite the absence of public transportation, residents can access nearby cities via Highways 33 and 20, and Idaho Falls Regional Airport is 29 miles away. Rexburg is safer than the national average, with a significant drop in crime rates recently. Schools in the Madison and Sugar-Salem Joint School Districts are highly rated, serving the educational needs of the community.
