The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 83434 sells for about $634,500, or $205 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 62 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,138 a month.
ZIP 83434 — Menan
The Menan housing market remains stable with low inventory and steady demand for rural residential properties. Prices have continued to appreciate due to limited supply, though the pace of growth has moderated compared to the 2021-2022 surge.
This ZIP is ideal for families and individuals seeking a rural lifestyle with large lot sizes and scenic views, while remaining within a reasonable commuting distance to Idaho Falls.
Median prices moved up 4.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 62 days on market with 6.0 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.1% · poverty 4.8% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 12.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 12.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 83434, Jefferson County ID
Crime rates in the Menan area are consistently reported as significantly lower than both the Idaho state average and the national average, with property crime being the primary concern.
Schools serving the area are part of the Jefferson County School District, which generally maintains a stable reputation for rural education with moderate performance metrics.
The area faces moderate risks related to wildfire and winter weather conditions, with standard flood insurance requirements for properties located near the Snake River floodplain.
Economic momentum is driven by agricultural operations and proximity to the Idaho Falls employment hub, with limited but steady residential development of custom estates.
Property taxes are assessed by Jefferson County based on market value, with the effective rate reflecting local school district levies and county-wide services; no state income tax is applied to property.
Commuters primarily rely on personal vehicles to access Idaho Falls via Highway 48, with typical drive times ranging from 20 to 30 minutes.
The area offers significant outdoor access including the Menan Buttes, Snake River fishing and boating, and proximity to regional trail systems.
The rental market is characterized by low inventory and high demand for single-family homes, with limited multi-family options available.
The local economy is anchored by agriculture, livestock production, and service-sector employment in nearby Idaho Falls.
Transportation is primarily highway-based with no public transit infrastructure serving the rural ZIP code.
Development is focused on low-density residential expansion and agricultural land preservation.
The Jefferson County Assessor manages property valuations based on annual market analysis and state-mandated assessment cycles.
Parcels are subject to Jefferson County School District 251 and various local fire and irrigation district levies.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by rural fire protection ratings and proximity to the Snake River flood zone.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 83434 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Yellowstone Bear World4.58.7 mi
- Rexburg Rapids4.213.8 mi
- Gravity Factory4.412.7 mi
- iJump Trampoline Park4.116.9 mi
- Blast Off3.916.4 mi
- Mountain America Center4.318.6 mi
- FatCats Rexburg4.314.2 mi
- Center Stage Theatre4.915.7 mi
- Mountain River Ranch RV Park, Themed Western Cabins, Glamping Yurts4.718.5 mi
- Frontier Center for the Performing Arts (Formerly Civic Auditorium)4.417.8 mi
- Yellowstone Bear World4.58.7 mi
- Beaver Dick Park4.58.4 mi
- The Haunted River4.54.1 mi
- The Rexburg Straw Maze & Haunted Forest4.411.2 mi
- North Menan Butte Trail4.73.5 mi
- Museum of Idaho4.617.9 mi
- Idaho Falls4.617.4 mi
- Kingdom of Pho4.813.4 mi
- Legacy Flight Museum4.712.9 mi
- The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho4.617.9 mi
- Yellowstone Bear World4.58.7 mi
- Beaver Dick Park4.58.4 mi
- Jefferson County Lake4.47.6 mi
- North Menan Butte Trail4.73.5 mi
- Rigby South Park4.78.4 mi
- Teton Lakes Golf Course4.412.7 mi
- Jefferson Hills Golf Course4.48.3 mi
- Cedar Park Golf Course4.712.3 mi
- Idaho Falls Regional Airport4.216.3 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Unique volcanic cinder cones offering hiking trails and panoramic views.
Provides extensive opportunities for fishing, boating, and wildlife viewing.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.