Explore Rexburg and the East Idaho Area

Everything You Need Close By

Located on top of an old shield volcano, Rexburg is an active University town in Madison County, Idaho. 

Rexburg is a great place to work, live and raise a family. Some unique facts about Rexburg (Source):

  • Rexburg is the 4th fastest growing micropolitan city in the United States.
  • Rexburg is continually ranked as Idaho’s safest city and falls within the top 100 safest cities in America (number 10 in 2023). 
  • Rexburg’s public school system, the Madison School District, ranks among the best in the state.  
  • Brigham Young University-Idaho (BYUI) is Idaho’s largest university and calls Rexburg home. 
  • Rexburg has the youngest demographic of any city in America thanks to BYUI. 

You will find medical offices, a hospital, and shopping all just minutes away. In addition, the recreational opportunities and abundance of natural beauty ensures you won’t fall short of things to do. See our EXPLORE TETONS page to learn about the outdoor adventures in the area.

Rexburg/East Idaho Shopping, Dining & Activities

Rexburg Area Activities

Rexburg is a small town in Idaho with less than 40,000 people. While it may not be the most obvious place to live or visit, this charming little town has plenty of fun things to do and see. Don’t miss our favorite things to do in Rexburg Idaho.

Area Shopping

Rexburg and Idaho Falls (30 minute drive) have many locally owned and unique shops to spend your day perusing. In addition, many major chains are close or not too far away. Some of the major chains include: Wal-Mart, Target, Costco, Sam's Club, and Albertson's.

Dining

In addition to major restaurant chains, there are many unique dining options in town. The local nature of the restaurants helps Rexburg to have a variety of cultural foods and local sweets. A favorite during the summer season is our local Farmer's Market. Click here for some of our unique dining options.

Local Public Schools

Adara at Teton Lakes is in Madison County, Idaho. Depending on the age of your children, your family will be served by the Madison School District.

Burton Elementary
PK-4th Grade

Madison Middle School
5th & 6th Grades

Madison Junior High
7th, 8th, & 9th Grades

Madison Senior High
10th, 11th, & 12th Grades

Central Alternative High
10th, 11th, & 12th Grades

Local Higher Education Institutions

Rexburg is home to Brigham Young Univeristy-Idaho, a private university with an enrollment of more than 22,000. In addition,  the East Idaho Area has multiple institutions for Higher Education and trade schools. (There may be more than what is represented below)

University & Colleges

Brigham Young University-Idaho
Private 4-year Institution

College of Eastern Idaho
Public 2-year Institution

Terra School
Grade 7 Weeks – 12