No Better Place to Be.
Nampa, Idaho
There’s no better place to start or grow your family or business.
Nampa is a thriving city full of genuine people working together for a shared purpose. A pro-business climate that recognizes the importance of supporting our existins business and recruiting new business into the community, along with a the finest in small-city hidden charm, with BIG TIME FUN!
Welcome to Nampa, Idaho!
FROM THE CITY
Looking for new opportunities? Consider Nampa where great companies grew from an idea to a flourishing business with long legacies of success. Companies like Amalgamated Sugar, Plexus Corp., Mission Aviation Fellowship, Sorrento Lactalis, and Materne North America have made Nampa their homes. Why? As the second largest city in Idaho, Nampa has a long history of providing a business friendly atmosphere, low operating costs, skilled employees and a great quality of life. Located just 15 miles from Boise, Nampa brings metropolitan amenities together with a relaxed pace of life and true sense of community spirit. A plethora of post-secondary educational offerings, including Northwest Nazarene University and the College of Western Idaho provide new and growing companies access to training opportunities, not to mention a large pool of trained employees in the Boise Valley market. The Valley consistently ranks among the top 10 locations for business and family in the U.S. by the Wall Street Journal, Kiplinger’s and Forbes, among others. It truly stands out from the other mid-sized metros. We look forward to welcoming you to the community
www.whynampa.com www.cityofnampa.us Bob Henry Mayor of Nampa
OUR
CITY
Nampa has it all ... culture, recreational opportunities, friendly down-to-earth people, mild climate, good jobs, an educated and motivated workforce, affordable cost of living, low cost of doing business, many options for post-secondary eduation, and a quality of life that can’t be beat.
Ranked #8 Best Affordable Places to Live by Livability.
#1 Region for “Getting it Right” TIME Magazine, 2014
#1 in Nation for Employment Growth U.S. Bureau of Labor Stat., May 2016
#5 “Most Fair State Tax Systems” Wallethub, September 2014
#2 Top Up-And-Coming Cities for College Grads , Forbes, June 2015
#1 Lowest Cost Metro in Pacific U.S. KPMG’s Competitive Alternatives, April 2012, 2014 & 2016
#10 Best Place to Invest in Housing Forbes, February 2014
#1 Best “Under the Radar Tech Hub” Sparefoot, May 2014
#2 State for Tech Sector Growth Comptia Cyberstates, 2016
Top State for Job Growth Forbes, February 2016
#4 Best Midsize Real Estate Market WalletHub, August 2016
Running list of these and others: bvep.org/facts/national-accolades.aspx
“Located in the heart of the Treasure Valley, Nampa, Idaho offers plenty to those looking for an affordable place to live and work. The range of entertainment options and jobs is as vast as the natural attractions that draw thousands of tourists to the area each year for camping, skiing, hiking and river adventures. Vineyards and wineries near Nampa provide romantic excursions throughout the year. Cheap housing and utility costs draw many young professionals and families to Nampa.”
DEMOGRAPHICS & QUICK FACTS
POPULATION (MSA) 2015 EST 674,675 Nampa: 90,360 (2016 Estimate, Compass)
LABOR FORCE (MSA) Nampa: 39,462
330,510
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE (MSA) MAY 2016 3.7% Nampa: 3.8% (May 2016)
MEDIAN AGE (MSA)
33.49
Nampa: 30.8
EDUCATION (NAMPA)
Bachelors Degree or Higher: 18.41% White Collar Workers: 35% Blue Collar Workers: 64%
WAGE LEVELS (MSA) Median Hourly: $15.19 Mean Hourly: $19.74 Median Annual: $31,590 Mean Annual: $41,070 Source: GemStateProspector.com
Boise-Nampa MSA & Local Statistics:
COST OF DOING BUSINESS Nearly 1/3 Lower than California & Washington. And, no tax on services
COST OF LIVING 94.7% of the national average. Average cost of home is 86.5% of the national average
NEED A CUSTOM REPORT? Nampa Economic Development provides confidential and no-cost services to companies looking for information about Nampa. Let our team put together a detailed analysis of our labor pool and demographics, and help you find the resources you need. Email us at: info@cityofnampa.us or call at: (208) 468-5430
YOUNG. DIVERSE. PROFESSIONAL
Median Age in Nampa 30.8
Our Families Nampa is a family-friendly community with a distinct cultural heritage. From its early days, people relied on family members, neighbors and churches to see them through the ups and downs of the agricultural economy. That cultural heritage embraces an attitude that no one is irrelevant. Our community believes that everyone is a part of something much bigger and that all of us have an investment in our community, have a right to belong, and should feel welcome. Nampa is a community that provides numerous opportunities for both individual and social fullfillment including basic needs, recreation and social interaction. We realize that businesses and residents are looking for more in a community that just its vibrant economy, that is why we can clearly say that Nampa has it all. Volunteerism Thrives Everywhere in Nampa one sees the fruits of volunteerism. Community members helped build the city’s Centennial Golf Course, the magnificent Nampa Recreation Center, the Civic and Convention Center, the Salvation Army Community Family Shelter, various parks, schools and churches. The community rallies when schools need to be built, houses painted or leaves picked up. Nampans have a selfless and collaborative way of getting things done. Focus on the Children An enormous amount of time, money and energy goes into providing Nampa’s youth with a rich childhood. Its schools, library, Boys and Girls Club and numerous non-profit community events and agencies all give young people opportunities to grow. Hundreds of families create and maintain numerous festivals that bring joy to the community. That is why Nampa has make the rankings as one of the Top 100 Communities for Youth.
INSPIRING, CULTIVATING AND PREPARING FOR SUCCESS. EVERY CHILD, EVERY DAY.
Our Schools The Nampa residents and employers alike benefit from a diverse and inclusive public and private school community, committed to academic excellence and integrity, as well as a variety of local and state workforce development programs that provide assistance to employees and businesses. With the many educational and workforce training opportunities available, Nampa is able to provide a comprehensive network to help ensure that its residents are educated and ready to enter the workforce of today and the future. Focusing on “Relevant and Meaningful Education,” the vision of the Nampa School District is to “provide the foundation so that all students will develop a personal vision opening their own doors of opportunity for meaningful and productive lives.” The goal of all of our schools within Nampa is to prepare all students to be successful as workers, citizens and lifelong learners. In Nampa, education starts at birth, with early childhood programs. These programs help prepare all of the young citizens of Nampa to be ready to learn when entering the K-12 system. Among the many academic choices provided to students are professional technical education, advanced academic programs, charter schools, dual-language magnet schools and alternative schools. If your interest leans more toward a private school setting, then many options are available to you in Nampa as well. Parents have the choice of two amazing school districts, Nampa and Vallivue, in addition to several charter and private schools in our area..
18 Elementary Schools 5 Middle Schools 4 High Schools 1 Alternative High Schools 1 Virtual Academy 2 District Charter Schools 28 Career Technical Programs
HIGHER EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE PIPELINE
Northwest Nazarene University
Our Talented Workforce Pipeline BOISE STATE UNIVERSITY
Boise State University is the largest University in Idaho. With a choice of nearly 200 degrees and certificate programs, Boise State is more than just the Bronco Nation.
COLLEGE OF WESTERN IDAHO (CWI)
College of Western Idaho (CWI) is one of the fastest growing comprehensive community colleges in the nation, offering a full range of academic and professionaltechnical courses leading to an Associate of Arts or Science degree, Associate of Applied Science degrees, continuing education, and certificates. CWI also offers Basic Skills Education to help prepare for a GED, Dual Credit for high school students, and fast-track career training for working professionals.
334,000+
Workers within a 45-minute draw
4.7% (Nat. Avg. 11.3%)
NORTHWEST NAZARENE UNIVERSITY
Unionization in a right-to-work state
Northwest Nazarene University, a nonprofit comprehensive Christian university of the liberal arts, offers over 60 areas of study, master’s degree programs in seven disciplines, accelerated degree programs, concurrent credit for high school students and a variety of continuing education credits.
College/University
Estimated Enrollment
Type of Program
(Boise Valley)
Boise State University University of Idaho
20,000 1,000
4-year: Main campus in Moscow, ID. Boise campus offers 60 different degrees, many U of I grads move to Boise
2,046
4-year: 60 areas of study, 19 masters degrees, also serves 6,000 continuing education students and 2,300 concurrent credit high school students
1,041
4-year: Idaho’s oldest private college with 26 majors
500
4-year: Main campus in Pocatello, ID with 280 programs and 14,500 students. Boise Valley campus (Meridian) offers 20 graduate and undergraduate programs.
Northwest Nazarene University
College of Idaho Idaho State University
Concordia University School of Law University of Phoenix George Fox University College of Western Idaho
4-year: 7 colleges with nearly 200 degrees/certificate programs
75 2,000 100 10,000
Private Law School: Opened fall of 2012. 4-year 2-4 year & MBA programs 2-year community college: Works closely with companies to create custom training programs.
Carrington College
600
2-4 year
ITT Technical Institute
300
2-year
Stevens Henager College
480
2-4 year
Treasure Valley Community College
1,785
2-year community college
Brown Mackie College
400
2-year
Broadview University
100
2-4 year
EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT *Boise Metropolitan Statistics
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA
29.25% 12.71%
Above National Average
SOME COLLEGE
27.24%
ASSOCIATES DEGREE
8.27%
BACHELORS OR HIGHER
35.24%
70.75% of the population has some college training or above. Over 50,000 are currently enrolled in higher education.
Why Nampa? “The city of Nampa has a strong commitment to innovation and economic development. College of Western
Idaho is pleased to be part of the city’s pledge to generate a skilled workforce and deliver continuing education critical for sustainability and growth of employment opportunities in the area. With the most recent addition of a state-of-the industry technical center to our Nampa Campus, we are confident that CWI’s partnership with the city will continue to enhance the quality of life already available to Nampa businesses and its residents.” - Dr. Bert Glandon, President College of Western Idaho
Workforce Training Opportunities Abound
The Boise-Nampa MSA is home to fifteen institutions of higher education. The City of Nampa works closely with the College of Western Idaho, the nation’s fastest growing community college, to meet the workforce needs of our employers. The college features a 176,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art professional technical education facility located in Nampa. The workforce Development Training Fund - WDTF - manged by the Idaho Department of Labor, can reimburse employee training costs to eligible companies that are bringing jobs to Idaho, adding jobs through expansion and/or retraining existing workers with skills necessary for specific economic opportunities and industrial expansion initiatives; to provide innovative training solutions to meet industry specific workforce needs or local workforce challenges. In addition, eligible employers can be reimbursed for up to 50% of training costs for hiring and training an eligible worker - often someone new to the labor force or upgrading skills after a layoff for a fulltime, non-seasonal job at minimum wage. Employers may also benefit from the Work Opportunity Tax Credit. This is a federal income tax credit of up to $9,600 per employee. This credit encourages employers to hire job seekers who meet the qualifications for specific targeted groups. The credit is designed to help job seekers most in need of employment gain job experience and move toward economic self-sufficiency. The credit is also available to tax-exempt organizations under specifc conditions. For more information, please contact the staff below:
Roy Valdez, Deputy Director Workforce & Field Services Idaho Department of Labor Roy.Valdez@labor.idaho.gov 208-332-3570
Jose De Leon, Workforce Consultant, Sr. Canyon County Dept. of Labor Jose.DeLeon@labor.idaho.gov 208-364-7781 Ext 3620
Christi Rood, Director Workforce Development College of Western Idaho christirood@cwidaho.cc 208-562-2072
Mother Earth Brew Co.
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WORLD CLASS COMPANIES STRONG LEADERS TALENTED AND SKILLED WORKFORCE
Workforce
Below is a snapshot of the workforce distribution in the Boise-Nampa MSA. Source: Idaho Department of Labor
Industry Sector
MSA Avg. Employment
Nampa Avg. Employment
MSA Avg. Salary
Nampa Avg. Salary
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting
5,610
823
$30,726
$30,078
Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction
195
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$69,736
Utilities
1,521
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$77,370
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Construction
17,208
2,944
$42,414
$38,097
Manufacturing
24,836
5,054
$69,339
$40,748
Wholesale Trade
13,075
1,220
$61,541
$47,184
Retail Trade
34,663
5,537
$30,998
$29,734
Transportation and Warehousing
8,850
1,250
$41,972
$34,974
Information
4,642
661
$46,938
$38,809
Finance and Insurance
10,775
729
$61,663
$45,909
Real Estate and Rental and Leasing
3,502
262
$35,994
$38,580
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
13,532
931
$55,489
$40,057
Management of Companies and Enterprises
3,900
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$84,598
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Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services
21,887
1,626
$30,312
$24,922
Educational Services
21,781
3,511
$33,046
$29,173
Health Care and Social Assistance
42,073
4,754
$45,119
$29,572
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation
4,296
163
$18,381
$11,771
Accommodation and Food Services
24,185
3,036
$15,336
$13,918
Other Services (except Public Administration)
7,852
1,025
$27,807
$33,621
Public Administration
18,910
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$51,329
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TOTAL
283,293
34,850
$42,414
$32,659
*Annual County Wage used by the Idaho Department of Commerce for the Tax Reimbursement Incentive may differ from what is shown above
NAMPA LARGE EMPLOYERS • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Amalgamated Sugar Plexus Corp Materne North America ON Semiconductor Great American Appetizers Sorrento Lactalis Curious Media Image National Signs College of Western Idaho Northwest Nazarene University Saint Alphonsus Mission Aviation Fellowship Union Pacific Railroad Woodgrain Millwork Inc Packaging Corporation of America
SCIENTIFIC/TECHNICAL, ENGINEERING, ARCHITECTUR, LEGAL • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Idaho Power Company Global Spectrum LP Horrocks Engineers Inc Toothman-Orton Avitus Group Timberline Surveying PLLC CTI Corporation Houston - Bugatsch Architects Leavitt & Associates Peppershock Media Syngenta Seeds Inc Nexmatrix Telecom WMD Tech LLC Canam Logistics Inteframe Engineering Biomedical Consulting Inc Marketing Nomads Touch Point Digital Regtech Stutz Applied Technology
REC TECH • • • • • • •
Mirage Enterprises Pacific Coachworks Glaz Tech Industries Double R Trailer Mfg Northland Industries TEM Filter Company Thunder Moutain Tent & Canvas Carlisle Precision Machinging Annekar Plastic Inc Tiny Idahomes LLC Brewers Haven
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TARGET INDUSTRIES • • •
Manufacturing Food Processing & AgriBusiness Technology EMERGING INDUSTRIES
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Back Office/Shared Services RecTech
INCENTIVES AND TAX ADVANTAGES
Local Incentives
Rate Information
Businesses in Nampa can take advantage of many incentives and programs to assist new and existing businesses.
COMMITTED CITY FUNDS The City of Nampa has recently dedicated funds for local business incentives to match those offered by the State for qualifying investment and job creation. PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT Businesses that invest in new manufacturing facilities may receive partial or full property tax exemptions from county commissioners. To qualify, businesses need to invest a minimum of $3 million.
6% Sales Tax 7.4% Corporate Income Tax 1.91% State Unemployment Insurance (SUI) Rate
FOREIGN TRADE ZONE The foreign trade zone enables companies to save money on imported merchandise by diminishing import duties, as well as streamline formal customs entry procedures.
1.6% - 7.8% Personal Income Tax
OTHER LOCAL INCENTIVES • Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Districts • Building Permit and plan review fees • Planning and Zoning permit fees • Negotiated financing for wastewater and water connections • Infrastructure Improvements • Expedited plan review • Community Development Block Grants
First $100,000 of Personal
Rate. Idaho income tax is based on a bracketed system with different rates applicable to individuals with different income levels
Property Tax is exempt from taxation
4.7% Union Membership in Idaho (Right-to-work state) National average is 11.3%
No Inventory Tax in Idaho
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State Incentives
LARGE BUSINESS PROPERTY TAX CAP Businesses that invest a minimum of $1 billion in capital improvements will receive a property tax exemption on all property in excess of $400 million in value per year. LARGE EMPLOYER PROPERTY TAX CAP Businesses that employ at least 1,500 people within an Idaho county may receive a property tax exemption on property values in excess of $800 million. To qualify, the business must make a yearly capital investment of at least $25 million within that county. 100% PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION Business inventory and registered motor vehicles, vessels and aircraft are exempt from property tax. TAX REIMBURSEMENT INCENTIVE (TRI) 1-30% tax credit for 1-15 years on corporate, sales, & withholding taxes for companies that bring expansion or relocation projects to Idaho with a minimum of 50 jobs and wages above average income of $31,388 in Nampa. RESEARCH INCOME TAX CREDIT Businesses conducting basic and qualified research may earn an income tax credit of 5% that may be carried forward up to 14 years. IDAHO BUSINESS ADVANTAGE (for qualifying companies) • Enhanced Investment Tax Credit to 3.75% against the corporate income tax for the personal prop-
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erty part of the project (machinery/equipment – computers). Real Property Improvement Tax Credit of 2.5% against corporate income tax - $125,000 per taxable year with 14 year carry forward so total of $1,750,000. (new plant & building facilities New Jobs Tax Credit: increases the standard $1000/per job corporate income tax credit up to maximum of $3,000/per job, depending on wages paid. Sales & Use Tax Rebate of 25%. This is for any sales & use tax that is paid for the property constructed, located or installed within the project. Small Employer Growth Incentive: local county commissions can grant an exemption on all or part of the new investment value from property taxes for a determined period of time.
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT TRAINING FUND Amount paid directly to the company for new jobs created. IDAHO POWER INDUSTRIAL EFFICIENCY INCENTIVE Cash incentives for energy efficient designs IDAHO OPPORTUNITY FUND New 2013 legislation established new grant program which allows the Director of Idaho Department of Commerce to direct funds to projects for infrastructure needs within the community.
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LOCATION. LOCATION. LOCATION. .
Reaching Markets. Moving People. Connecting the World.
Nampa is ideally located to reach the large markets of the West. From the Pacific Northwest to Southern California and throughout the Rocky Mountain region, Nampa is accessible by overnight truck delivery. Strategically located along Interstate 84, U.S. Highways 20, 26, 30, and 95, the area boasts excellent transportation corridors in all four directions. Nampa is also well-positioned within the Boise-Nampa metro area. Located at the heart of the valley, the amenities of neighboring communities are only minutes away. HIGHWAY SYSTEM I-84 is the major interstate serving the Boise-Nampa Metropolitan area, with I-84 branching toward the northeast into downtown Boise. Federal highways 20, 26 and 30, and state highways 21, 44 and 55, also serve the region. AIR SERVICE Nampa Municipal Airport is a city-owned public airport located in Nampa. It is a general aviation airport used for private, emergency, military and industrial aviation and is home to the Warhawk Air Museum. Mission Aviation Fellowship is also headquartered at the Nampa Airport.
AIR SERVICE The Boise Airport (BOI) is located less than five miles from downtown Boise and handles more than three million travelers each year. NON-STOP FROM BOISE TO
FLIGHT TIME
Chicago, IL
3 hrs 19 mins
Dallas, TX
3 hrs 5 mins
Denver, CO
1 hr 45 mins
Houston, TX
3 hrs 7 mins
Las Vegas, NV
1 hr 45 mins
Los Angeles, CA
2 hrs 10 min
Minneapolis, MN
2 hrs 47 mins
Oakland, CA
1 hr 40 mins
Phoenix, AZ
1 hr 54 mins
Portland, OR
1 hr 10 mins
Reno, NV
52 mins
Boise Airport (BOI) is located approximately 20 miles from Nampa and sees more than 3 million travelers each year. The airport is served by 6 major airlines which offer non-stop flights to 17 major cities, including Chicago, Denver, Houston, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Minneapolis, Oakland, Phoenix, Portland, Reno, Sacramento, Salt Lake City, San Diego, San Francisco, San Jose, Seattle and Spokane.
Sacramento, CA
1 hr 36 mins
San Diego, CA
2 hrs 0 mins
San Jose, CA
1 hr 55 mins
San Francisco, CA
1 hr 48 mins
Fedex and UPS both operate directly out of the Boise Airport offering fast shipping access, along with almost 50 motor freight trucking companies, 30 air freight and package express companies, and several air courier services.
Salt Lake City, UT
1 hr 2 mins
Seattle, WA
1 hr 20 mins
Spokane, WA
59 mins
RAIL SERVICE Idaho Northern & Pacific Railroad (INPR) provides freight service over four former Union Pacific (UP) branch lines in Southwestern Idaho and Northeastern Oregon. INPR leases and operates from a connection with UP in Nampa to the Hillcrest switching station near the Boise Airport. Union Pacific has a major presence in Nampa, offering access to their national system. The Oregon Division runs from a UP connection at LaGrande to Elgin, OR, and the Idaho Division runs from a UP connection at Payette to Cascade, ID. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION • ValleyRide provides public bus transportation throughout the Boise Valley • Commuteride provides van and carpooling services in the area
#1 Most Affordable City in Idaho - Livability #2 Best Run City in America - Wallethub #2 Top Up-and-coming City for College Grads - ZipRecruiter #8 Best Affordable Places to Live - Livability #10 Best Place to Invest in Housing - Forbes #12 Healthiest State - America’s Health Rankings
PROUD TO CALL NAMPA HOME!
The Options Are Endless Located in the heart of the Boise Valley, Nampa, Idaho offers plenty to those looking for an affordable place to live and work. The cost of living in Nampa is nearly 5 percent under the national average. Affordable housing and utility costs draw many young professionals and families to Nampa. Yet, there’s no skimping when it comes to quality of life.
Median Home Prices
Number of Homes Sold
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$172,294 NW Nampa
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$229,683 S Nampa
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2,157 in 2015
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$252,400 NE Nampa
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2,000 in 2014
2,195 in Jan-Nov 2016
36 Average Days on the Market
Number of Housing Units
30,507
Owner-Occupied Housing
63.2%
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RELISH THE LIFESTYLE .
Small Town Charm...Big City Fun Whatever your taste is, you will never run out of things to do. Nampa enjoys all four beautiful seasons with a full list of recreational and entertainment amenities. Here’s a snapshot: Our park system is made up of open space, sports fields, a large recreation center, playgrounds, seasonal swimming pools, beautiful gardens, walking trails, and picnic facilities. The city owns a 140,000 square foot recreation facility that includes fitness, rock climbing, racquetball, basketball, swimming pools, recreational programs, education opportunities, and a senior center. With miles of existing pathways and proposed future pathways, the enjoyment of running, walking and in-line skating or biking is endless. Only a few miles from the Deer Flat Wildlife Refuge and Lake Lowell, Nampa boasts tremendous recreation opportunities, with swimming, boating, fishing and bird watching, or take a tour along the Sunny Slope Wine Trail. Up for some arts and culture? We’ve got that too. With several state-of-the-art exhibit and performance facilities, Nampa is becoming known for its arts scene. The Brandt Center at Northwest Nazarene University is a performing arts center that attracts musical and dramatic performances. The Nampa Civic Center, provides the ideal space and location for performing arts events, concerts, business meetings, trade shows, weddings, and so much more. The Hispanic Cultural Center of Idaho and the Nampa Depot Museum are magnificent tributes to the history and contributions of our diverse community, and will only add another dimension to your visit. Discover the spirit and history of American veterans and their contributions to the freedoms we value today when visiting the Warhawk Air Museum. Nampa is home to one of the top 10 regular season professional rodeos in the nation, the Snake River Stampede Rodeo. With bareback bronc riding, saddle bronc riding, bull riding, steer wrestling, tie-down roping, team roping, and ladies’ barrel racing, plus mutton busting for the kids, this show brings in virtually all of the world champions at one time or another. The Ford Idaho Center is one of the most versatile and accessible facilities of its kind in the West, with an amphitheater, arena, horse park and sports center. The Ford Idaho Center fans have enjoyed concerts from some of the top name performers on tour including Tim McGraw, Bob Dylan, Journey, Van’s Warped Tour, Aerosmith, Sublime and more. In addition, its horse park hosts thousands of horses in events and the sports center plays host to numerous top ranked collegiate meets and athletic championships, one being the NCAA Division I Indoor Track and Field Championships. About 15 miles south of town, the Snake River winds through a dramatic desert canyon, its rocks painted with petroglyphs dating back 10,000 years. About 30 miles to the north is the Boise Front, with Bogus Basin Mountain ski resort, vast public land, water activities (kayaking, whitewater rafting, and relaxing on the Boise River), and amazing sightseeing. The area offers hunting, biking, golf, and camping. If sports is more to your liking, take in a Boise State football game; a Boise Hawks baseball game; a little hockey with the Idaho Steelheads, or join the Idaho Stampede for some basketball.
Great Downtowns Happen on Purpose.
Nampa has a variety of unique shopping, dining, and enterntaining options in our downtown historic district.
RELISH THE OFFERINGS
#1
Most affordable City In Idaho ~Livability.com (2016)
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Small Town Charm...Big City Fun
Centrally located within the Boise-Nampa Metropolitan area, Nampa’s historic downtown enjoys new life thanks to innovative merchants. Downtown Nampa provides a nurturing environment for small businesses and entrepreneurs, while offering affordable space, entertainment, cultural and recreational opportunities. It provides a quaint yet vibrant environment that captures the heart and soul of all individuals. Historic Downtown Nampa has it all. Anchored by Library Square, this walkable, preserved historic area is home to the Nampa Train Depot Museum, Wall Street Plaza, Lloyd’s Square Park, Nampa Public Library, the Nampa Farmer’s Market, restaurants, art galleries, one-of-a-kind shops, live entertainment venues and residential living space. Some of the shopping options include; A Beautiful Mess, Canyon West Guitars, Collective Vinyl Records and Graphic Novels, Village Antiques, Crow’s Nest, Farm Store, Furniture City USA, Lookout Toy Store, Mustard Seed Home Decor, Mystikal Misfits, Puffy Mondaes, Vintiques, Rolling H Cycles, Sparrow Nest, Sweet Hope, The Very Essence, Utter Clutter and World of Nutrition. Some of the dining and entertainment options include; Messenger Pizza, Flying M Coffeegarage, Destination 112, Prefunk Beer Bar, Cafe De Coco, Brick 29 Bistro, The Dewey, Italian To Go, Hong Kong, LeBarons Honker Cafe, Little Saigon Vietnamese, Whiskey River and Boise Fry Company.
The 2035 City Comprehensive Plan outlines several goals and objectives to enhance the sustainability of our community: • Retain the existing high quality environment for future generations by ensuring that land, air, water and wildlife are not diminished in quality or quantity due to future activity. • Recognize the natural beauty and resources of the City. • Manage the natural resources of the City for the use and benefit of present and future generations. • Protect water quality and quantity in the City’s streams, rivers, creeks, drains, lakes, and groundwater and consider the potential regional impacts on water supply and wastewater management for all proposed developments. • Promote natural resource areas by creating, preserving, and enhancing parks, hiking trails, active and passive recreation facilities and by creating useable open space for the betterment of the community. • Preserve open space, natural beauty and critical environmental areas. • Explore the use of solar, wind and other alternate energy to reduce energy consumption. • Develop strategies that allow the use of alternative energy sources. • Encourage the use of green energy resources
RELISH THE ENVIRONMENT
“Flying M Coffee was founded in downtown Boise and loved the vital mix of independent businesses that only downtowns can create. We felt that Nampa was poised for its own urban renewal and were encouraged by the steps the city had taken to assist private businesses to consider the historic core. Since opening in 2006, our coffee garage has become a community gathering place thanks to the support of great Nampa customers.” - Kevin and Lisa Myers, Flying M Coffee Garage
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FLYING M COFFEE GARAGE BOGUS BASIN SKI RESORT Season pass cost: $229/Adult $59/Child
2ND BEST PLACE TO RAISE A FAMILY
(Forbes 2012) Idaho is #1 for the lowest average costs for private employer-based coverage (insurance) in the U.S. (Commonwealth Fund Study 2010)
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ONE-THIRD
Overall business costs in the Boise Valley are nearly a third lower than in California and Washington.
TOP 10 PLACES TO LIVE
Average cost of a home in 2014 was 86.5% of the national average (ACCRA Cost of Living Index)
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Boise Metro ranks first for the lowest business costs in the Pacific U.S. (KPMG’s Competitive Alternatives 2012)
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5th Fastest Growing State in the Nation (2010 Census Bureau)
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Beth Ineck, CEcD, Director (208) 468-5430 ~ info@cityofnampa.us 9 12th Avenue South, Nampa, ID 83651 www.whynampa.com