Moscow, Idaho

Moscow (pronounced "Moss-co") is a college town in northern Idaho, located along the Washington/Idaho border, and also the county seat of Latah County. The city got its name when five settlers designated the postmaster, Samuel Neff (born in Moscow, Pennsylvania and later moved to Moscow, Iowa), to complete the official papers for naming the city with a "prestigious name." He chose Moscow, which because of its favorable meaning, "city of brotherly love," met the desired requirements. The city's population is estimated at over 22,000 residents, and the median household income is $26,884, and the median family income is estimated at $46,331.

Moscow is a great location for higher education as it is the home of the University of Idaho, the land grant institution and primary research university for the state. Seven miles to the west is Pullman and Washington State University. The University of Idaho is the dominant employer in Moscow, but the city also serves as a agricultural and commercial hub for the Palouse region, which lies to its West. The Palouse is commonly termed "The Breadbasket of the Northwest" because of its high yield per acre of wheat (as well as peas, lentils, and canola).

Moscow Idaho exudes the famous friendliness of small American towns. Moscow holds an annual Jazz Festival, live music on the town, and summer theatre. Moscow is a great place for those who love camping, snow mobiling, mountain biking, fishing, skiing and other outdoor activites.