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Idaho
Idaho is justly famous for its potatoes, but Idaho has much more to offer than potato farmland and Annual Spud Day. The state's Hell's Canyon is the deepest gorge in America, the first destination ski resort in the nation is located in Idaho's Sun Valley, and the hot springs in Lava Hot Springs draw visitors from around the world. Idaho is also the site of several mountain ranges, and some interesting ghost towns.
Along with plenty of recreation, Idaho offers many pleasant communities. The crime risk for the state is only 78 on an index where 100 is the national average, and the risk of violent crime is even lower than that.
Hot Spots in Idaho
Idaho is fast-growing compared to the rest of the nation, having grown 38% since 1990 (national average growth over that time is 18%). This growth provides residents and prospective residents with many real estate opportunities; although the average Idaho home during 2004 cost only $150,000, homes are going up in value quickly due to the demand for Idaho properties.