Moving to Hagerman, Idaho

Hagerman, Idaho is located in Gooding County in the Snake River Valley. The population of Hagerman is 773 according to the 2020 U.S. Census. The town’s geography consists of rolling hills and canyons, with the Snake River running through it. Hagerman is known for its mild climate with temperatures ranging from 25-95 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the year, making it a great place to live and visit year-round.

The history of Hagerman dates back to 1885 when settlers from Utah began homesteading in the area. In 1937, a dam was built on the Snake River creating Lake Walcott which helped irrigate the area for farming and ranching purposes. The economy of Hagerman is mainly agriculture based with some tourism and light industry as well.

The schools in Hagerman are part of the Twin Falls School District and include elementary, middle, and high school options for students in grades K-12. There are also several private schools located nearby as well as higher education opportunities at nearby colleges such as College of Southern Idaho and Boise State University.

Hagerman has several landmarks that are popular among tourists including Thousand Springs State Park which features spectacular waterfalls created by natural springs seeping out of volcanic rock formations; Lake Walcott State Park which features boating, fishing, camping, wildlife viewing; and Thousand Springs Winery where visitors can enjoy wine tasting tours or just relax on their beautiful patio overlooking the canyon below. There is also an annual fair held each summer that features music performances, art shows, rodeos, car shows and more!

Population: 656
Males: 321 (48.9%), Females: 335 (51.1%)

Gooding County

Zip code: 83332

Demographics

Median resident age: 42.1 years
Median household income: $25,455
Median house value: $80,900

Population by Race

Races in Hagerman:

• White Non-Hispanic (88.9%)
• Hispanic (8.8%)
• Other race (3.0%)
• Two or more races (2.6%)
• American Indian (1.4%)

(Total can be greater than 100% because Hispanics could be counted in other races)

Ancestries: English (20.6%), German (17.2%), Irish (9.8%), United States (9.0%), Dutch (2.7%), Swedish (2.6%).

Elevation: 2959 feet

Land area: 0.3 square miles

Population by Education

Hagerman, Idaho is located in Gooding County and has a population of 1,323 people as estimated in 2019. The median household income is $46,250 and the median home value is $152,800. The cost of living in Hagerman is relatively low compared to other cities in the United States. The average cost of goods and services is approximately 8% lower than the national average. Renters make up almost half of the population with an average monthly rent of $665 for a two-bedroom apartment. Groceries are also relatively affordable with an average price index of 99 (the national average being 100). Hagerman also offers many recreational activities such as camping, fishing, hiking, and boating at nearby Lake Walcott State Park. There are a variety of restaurants, bars, and cafes for residents to enjoy as well as several local stores for shopping needs. With its low crime rate and peaceful atmosphere, Hagerman provides an attractive lifestyle for its residents.

For population 25 years and over in Hagerman

• High school or higher: 74.7%
• Bachelor’s degree or higher: 10.6%
• Graduate or professional degree: 0.9%
• Unemployed: 7.5%
• Mean travel time to work: 24.0 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Hagerman city

• Never married: 16.7%
• Now married: 54.3%
• Separated: 0.8%
• Widowed: 13.0%
• Divorced: 15.2%

5.0% Foreign born (4.4% Latin America).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Hagerman:

• GOODING COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL (about 16 miles; GOODING, ID)
• ST BENEDICT’S FAMILY MEDICAL CENTER (about 31 miles; JEROME, ID)
• MAGIC VALLEY REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER (about 36 miles; TWIN FALLS, ID)

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Hagerman:

• JOSLIN FIELD – MAGIC VALLEY RGNL (about 38 miles; TWIN FALLS, ID; Abbreviation: TWF)
• FRIEDMAN MEMORIAL (about 64 miles; HAILEY, ID; Abbreviation: SUN)
• BOISE AIR TERMINAL/GOWEN FLD (about 105 miles; BOISE, ID; Abbreviation: BOI)

Other public-use airports nearest to Hagerman:

• GOODING MUNI (about 13 miles; GOODING, ID; Abbreviation: GNG)
• BUHL MUNI (about 18 miles; BUHL, ID; Abbreviation: U03)
• GLENNS FERRY MUNI (about 31 miles; GLENNS FERRY, ID; Abbreviation: U89)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Hagerman:

• COLLEGE OF SOUTHERN IDAHO (about 36 miles; TWIN FALLS, ID; Full-time enrollment: 3,433)
• BOISE STATE UNIVERSITY (about 104 miles; BOISE, ID; Full-time enrollment: 12,033)
• IDAHO STATE UNIVERSITY (about 180 miles; POCATELLO, ID; Full-time enrollment: 10,057)
• UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY (about 223 miles; LOGAN, UT; Full-time enrollment: 16,384)
• RICKS COLLEGE (about 232 miles; REXBURG, ID; Full-time enrollment: 8,670)
• WEBER STATE UNIVERSITY (about 233 miles; OGDEN, UT; Full-time enrollment: 12,112)
• UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX-UTAH CAMPUS (about 254 miles; SALT LAKE CITY, UT; Full-time enrollment: 2,021)

Schools

Public high school in Hagerman:

• HAGERMAN JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL (Students: 202; Location: 150 WEST LAKE STREET; Grades: 07 – 12)

Public primary/middle school in Hagerman:

• HAGERMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Students: 208; Location: 324 NORTH 2ND AVENUE; Grades: PK – 06)

Libraries

Library in Hagerman:

• HAGERMAN PUBLIC (Operating income: $20,122; Location: 290 S STATE ST; 8,229 books; 22 audio materials; 3 serial subscriptions)