Nestled in the high mountain valley in Teton County, Victor, Idaho is the classic American small town. Situated 27 miles from Jackson Hole, Wyoming, Victor is in the heart of the most beautiful country of the Teton Mountains near the border of Wyoming. In recent years, the area has grown rapidly as people seek the beauty of rural mountain life.

When the 2000 census was taken, the small town had just 845 people. In essence, it is a bedroom community for nearby Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Victor has few services of its own. Residents travel to surrounding communities to seek services like shopping, entertainment, and hospitals. The closest city, with much population is Idaho Falls, 67 miles away from Victor.

The dominant occupation for Victor in recent years has been construction. With changes in the economy, demand for homes has fallen off sharply. This has left some people without jobs. Home ...

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