Moscow, Idaho - A Place to Call Home

Moscow, Idaho, is a safe and welcoming community of about 22,000 that offers a blend of desirable characteristics and features.

Moscow, ID

An outdoor enthusiast's dream

  • We're ranked in the top 30 in the nation as a "great university to hit the books and backcountry" by Outside magazine.
  • Living and learning in Moscow will put you just minutes from opportunities for skiing, snowboarding, white-water rafting, biking, climbing, camping and more.

A commitment to the arts

  • The Lionel Hampton International Jazz Festival brings some of the world's best jazz artists, along with 20,000 visitors.
  • The Moscow ARTWALK, Fresh Aire Concert Series and Third Street Gallery are just a few examples of why Moscow is recognized for its dedication to the arts.

A natural environment like no other

  • Settled between Moscow Mountain and the rolling hills of the Palouse, Moscow's natural surroundings provide an international hub for environmental, ecological and agricultural research.
  • Students in the College of Natural Resources and College of Science, among others, regularly get out and explore the natural world beyond the classroom through field trips.

A tightly knit community

  • The Renaissance Fair, a downtown Moscow favorite, celebrates the arrival of spring with artists, crafters, live music and international foods.
  • Each year, members of the Moscow community come together at the Latah County Fair.
  • The city's nearly two dozen parks provide space to enjoy the outdoors within a small-town setting.

Learn more about everything that's waiting for you in Moscow by scheduling your visit to the University of Idaho.