TripAdvisor named Downtown 8th Street in Boise, Idaho, one of the coolest hipster neighborhoods in the US in 2018. I spent a day wandering around the neighborhood to check out its trendy restaurants, stylish cafes, hip bars, and quirky shops.

What is the best part of Boise?

Best Places to Live in Boise, Idaho:North End. The North End is Boises historic gem. Boise Bench. Check out the Boise Bench neighborhood if youre looking for a vibrant, up-and-coming community with a blend of hipster and old-school culture. Northwest Boise. Southeast Boise. East End.

Are there bad areas in Boise Idaho?

The skirting cities of Caldwell and Nampa, have some crime, and a very small and WAY over reported gang presence. The only neighborhood that I would try to avoid is located south of Overland Rd., with Latah, Kootenai the cross streets.

Is Idaho a hipster?

MoveHub, a global website for people relocating abroad, recently compiled and released a U.S. Hipster Index. Crunching numbers about local breweries, tattoos and vegan food, MoveHub compared the 150 biggest cities in America. Boise has been outed as the nations No. 4 most hipster city.

How cool is Boise?

In Boise, the summers are short, hot, dry, and mostly clear and the winters are very cold and partly cloudy. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 24°F to 93°F and is rarely below 10°F or above 101°F.

Where in Idaho should I live?

Best Places to Live in IdahoBoise. The capital of Idaho is nicknamed “The City of Trees,” and the Boise downtown district features many cultural offerings. Twin Falls. Idaho Falls. Pocatello. Moscow. Nampa. Coeur dAlene. Meridian.More items •May 8, 2018

Where should I not live in Boise Idaho?

Most Dangerous Neighborhoods In Boise, IDPioneer. Population 296. 289 % Harris Ranch. Population 814. 148 % Sunrise Rim. Population 872. 131 % Veterans Park. Population 5,386. 125 % East End. Population 5,654. 78 % Sunset. Population 2,669. 73 % West Bench. Population 11,650. 36 % Hillcrest. Population 4,052. 35 %More items

Where do Millennials live in Boise?

Its downtown area is super lively. Eighth Street in Downtown Boise is the citys hip epicenter.

Is Boise trendy?

Boise, Idaho, has been named one of the best places for millennials to live in the US. After a day exploring its hippest neighborhood I can see why. I spent a day wandering around the neighborhood to check out its trendy restaurants, stylish cafes, hip bars, and quirky shops.

Is Boise Idaho dry or humid?

Boise has a semi-arid climate with four distinct seasons. Boise experiences hot and dry summers with highs reaching 100 °F eight days in a typical year and 90 °F on 51 days.

Why is the air so bad in Boise?

Emissions from vehicles and industry are the most common cause of the poor air quality in Boise during temperature inversions. While some emissions drift into the area from eastern Oregon, the bulk of the air pollutants that get trapped during inversions originate in the Treasure Valley itself.

What percent of Boise is black?

1.89% Black or African American: 1.89% Native American: 0.52% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0.15%