Idaho's
Best
Cities for Sleep
2020
The Gem State — so-called because almost every type of gem has been found within its borders — was inhabited by indigenous people as far back as 16,000 years ago. Idaho is the second fastest-growing state in the US after Nevada. Idaho was once part of Oregon Country, a region in the Pacific Northwest that was claimed by both the US and Britain. The state’s most famous mountain range is the dramatic Sawtooth Range, part of the Rocky Mountains.
Interesting facts about The Gem State:
- Though Idaho is famous for its potatoes, the state’s farmers also produce a large quantity of hops and lentils
- At 7,900 feet deep, Idaho’s Hell’s Canyon is deeper than The Grand Canyon
- The French names of some Idaho towns and landmarks come from the early presence of French-Canadian trappers
- The world’s longest boardwalk is the Lake Coeur d’Alene boardwalk, which is an impressive 3,300 feet long
- There are over 4,000,000 acres of wild, roadless land in Idaho
With so much open space and breathing room, good sleep seems like a sure thing in Idaho. But do the state’s residents take advantage of all that peace and quiet? Are the folks in Boise getting fewer Zzz’s than those in the country? Join us as we dive into the data and find out.
The percentage of adults who report insufficient sleep each year. Insufficient sleep increases the chance of weight gain, cognitive problems, and cardiovascular disease
The percentage of adults who report a BMI — or body mass index — above 30%. Higher body mass usually equals a greater risk of sleep apnea
The percentage of adults who report excessive drinking. Heavy drinking is linked to disrupted sleep and less REM sleep
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Eagle, ID
28,363
260
81,909
3.7
250
3.1
190
3.1
120
3.71
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Hailey, ID
8,501 250 54,330 3.4 180 3.3 190 3.3 120 2.17 100 25
Meridian, ID
106,804 260 64,375 3.7 250 3.1 190 3.1 120 3.71 130 28
Kuna, ID
20,746 260 63,053 3.7 250 3.1 190 3.1 120 3.71 130 28
Star, ID
9,940 260 55,674 3.7 250 3.1 190 3.1 120 3.71 130 28
Boise City, ID
228,790 260 54,547 3.7 250 3.1 190 3.1 120 3.71 130 28
Ammon, ID
16,475 280 62,336 3.8 290 3.4 160 3.4 140 2.73 120 27
Hayden, ID
15,166 300 57,355 4.2 250 3.9 190 3.9 160 4.13 140 38
Garden City, ID
11,911 260 43,656 3.7 250 3.1 190 3.1 120 3.71 130 28
Rathdrum, ID
8,704 300 53,024 4.2 250 3.9 190 3.9 160 4.13 140 38
Post Falls, ID
34,691 300 50,683 4.2 250 3.9 190 3.9 160 4.13 140 38
Idaho Falls, ID
61,535 280 49,098 3.8 290 3.4 160 3.4 140 2.73 120 27
Twin Falls, ID
49,764 270 46,283 3.7 310 3.7 160 3.7 160 2.66 130 29
Coeur D'Alene, ID
51,303 300 47,606 4.2 250 3.9 190 3.9 160 4.13 140 38
Moscow, ID
25,766 260 35,979 3.9 220 3.7 200 3.7 140 3.26 180 27
Lewiston, ID
32,817 290 50,653 3.8 320 3.8 170 3.8 150 3.15 140 28
Sandpoint, ID
8,703 270 36,706 3.7 260 3.6 180 3.6 140 3.5 150 45
Chubbuck, ID
15,316 310 56,966 4.3 310 4.4 180 4.4 160 2.35 150 30
Payette, ID
7,527 300 50,300 3.9 320 4.1 150 4.1 160 3.22 130 39
Blackfoot, ID
11,946 300 43,007 4.2 310 4.1 160 4.1 160 2.59 110 30
Weiser, ID
5,381 280 30,919 4.1 320 4.3 130 4.3 170 2.63 130 47
Mountain Home, ID
14,451 290 48,625 3.9 320 3.9 180 3.9 170 2.56 150 36
Fruitland, ID
5,388 300 46,190 3.9 320 4.1 150 4.1 160 3.22 130 39
Preston, ID
5,501 280 42,321 3.8 360 3.6 160 3.6 140 2.07 120 23
Burley, ID
10,525 280 37,612 3.8 350 3.7 150 3.7 140 2.49 100 25
Jerome, ID
11,807 300 39,115 3.8 320 4 170 4 160 2.77 100 27
Rupert, ID
5,769 290 35,510 3.9 320 4 150 4 140 2.59 90 27
Pocatello, ID
56,266 310 42,979 4.3 310 4.4 180 4.4 160 2.35 150 30
Middleton, ID
8,009 310 43,462 3.9 350 3.9 150 3.9 160 3.75 120 36
Caldwell, ID
56,541 310 43,269 3.9 350 3.9 150 3.9 160 3.75 120 36
Nampa, ID
96,252 310 43,058 3.9 350 3.9 150 3.9 160 3.75 120 36
Rexburg, ID
28,687 280 26,341 4.5 250 4.5 160 4.5 160 2.59 200 19
Emmett, ID
6,903 290 35,465 4 330 4.3 150 4.3 170 3.29 160 39How Did We Determine the Best Cities for Sleep?
Sleep is impacted by important behavioral, environmental, and lifestyle factors. We compiled our list of Best Cities for Sleep by looking at 10 key metrics backed by scientific research. Keep reading to find out which metrics we chose and how they affect slumber.
