Twin Falls captivates residents with Shoshone Falls, known as the "Niagara of the West," which reaches peak flows during spring months. The iconic Perrine Bridge draws spectators who watch BASE jumpers leap into the Snake River Canyon, while the paved Canyon Rim Trail system provides scenic views for walking and biking. Outdoor recreation extends to Dierkes Lake Park for swimming and hiking, plus Centennial Waterfront Park for river activities. The culinary scene features upscale dining at Elevation 486 with canyon views, local craft beer at Koto Brewing Company, and diverse options at 2nd South Market food hall.
The Twin Falls housing market currently has approximately 300 homes available for sale, ranging from $210,000 to $1,173,000. The median sale price sits at $364,300, with median townhome prices at $360,000 and single family homes at $379,000. Two bedroom condos have a median price of $209,700. Property taxes in Twin Falls County maintain a 0.67% effective rate, while Idaho applies a 6% state sales tax plus 0.03% local tax.
The overall cost of living runs 5.2% above the national average. A family with school age children should earn $115,000 annually to live comfortably, budgeting $25,000 yearly for housing and $19,000 for groceries. Renters need approximately $63,000 annual income, with $26,000 allocated to housing and $8,000 to groceries. Gasoline costs $3.692 per gallon, 14% above the national average of $3.243. The semi arid climate brings hot, dry summers reaching the 90s Fahrenheit and cold winters averaging 20 to 40 degrees, with around 200 sunny days annually.
