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Oakley, Idaho

Oakley is a city in Cassia County, Idaho, United States. The population was 763 at the 2010 census, up from 668 in 2000. It is part of the Burley Micropolitan Statistical Area.

History
The city was named for William Oakley, the proprietor of a 19th-century stagecoach station located at a spring currently located about 2 mi west of the present townsite known as Oakley Meadows.

Oakley Academy was established in 1901, and Howells Opera House was established in 1907.

Geography
Oakley is located at the very southern limit of the Snake River Plain, and close to Goose Creek, between the Middle and Albion Mountains.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.59 sqmi, all of it land.

Climate
According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Oakley has a cold semi-arid climate, abbreviated "BSk" on climate maps. The hottest temperature recorded in Oakley was 108 F on July 21–22, 1893, while the coldest temperature recorded was -27 F on February 9, 1933.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 763 people, 248 households, and 192 families residing in the city. The population density was 166.2 PD/sqmi. There were 280 housing units at an average density of 61.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 92.5% White, 0.1% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 6.6% from other races, and 0.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 9.4% of the population.

There were 248 households, of which 37.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 67.3% were married couples living together, 8.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 1.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 22.6% were non-families. 21.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.08 and the average family size was 3.60.

The median age in the city was 34.6 years. 35.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.1% were from 25 to 44; 20.8% were from 45 to 64; and 16.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.9% male and 50.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 668 people, 226 households, and 166 families residing in the city. The population density was 167.4 PD/sqmi. There were 257 housing units at an average density of 64.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.41% White, 0.15% Asian, 3.14% from other races, and 0.30% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.19% of the population.

There were 226 households, out of which 39.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.4% were married couples living together, 7.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.5% were non-families. 26.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.93 and the average family size was 3.60.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 33.8% under the age of 18, 7.6% from 18 to 24, 20.5% from 25 to 44, 21.9% from 45 to 64, and 16.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 93.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $29,643, and the median income for a family was $34,792. Males had a median income of $27,083 versus $16,667 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,983. About 9.1% of families and 14.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 27.2% of those under age 18 and 4.8% of those age 65 or over.

Economy
Oakley Stone is a type of building stone quarried south of Oakley.

Arts and culture

Oakley Pioneer Days is an annual even celebrating "the settling of the west". The event has included a rodeo, a pony express race, food vendors, and sporting events.

Oakley is notable for its historic Victorian homes.

The Oakley Historic District is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The entire town is listed due to the number of stone and brick buildings that are over a century old.

Oakley Valley Historical Museum chronicles the history of Oakley and the surrounding area.

The Oakley Free Library was established in 1973.

Education
Oakley is in the Cassia County School District. Schools located in Oakley include Oakley Elementary School and Oakley Junior/Senior High School.

Notable people

 * Scott Bedke, member of Idaho House of Representatives.
 * Debbie Critchfield, politician.
 * David B. Haight, former member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

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Dubois, Idaho

Dubois is a city in Clark County, Idaho, United States. The population was 511 at the 2020 census. The city is the county seat of Clark County.

The city was named in 1892 for Fred Dubois (1851−1930), a prominent politician in Idaho's early years. He came to Idaho in 1880, later becoming the state's first U.S. Senator, serving two non-consecutive terms (1891−97, 1901−07).

Six miles (10 km) north of town is the U.S. Sheep Experiment Station, the county's second largest employer. The station studies sheep breeds to support U.S. farmers. Dubois is near the Caribou-Targhee National Forest, which calls one of its administrative units the Dubois ranger district.

Geography
Dubois is at an elevation of 5148 ft above sea level.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.50 sqmi, all of it land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 677 people, 229 households, and 167 families residing in the city. The population density was 270.8 PD/sqmi. There were 265 housing units at an average density of 106.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 67.1% White, 0.9% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 30.4% from other races, and 0.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 49.6% of the population.

There were 229 households, of which 41.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.1% were married couples living together, 9.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 27.1% were non-families. 21.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.96 and the average family size was 3.46.

The median age in the city was 32.3 years. 32.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.6% were from 25 to 44; 22.5% were from 45 to 64; and 11.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 51.6% male and 48.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 647 people, 214 households, and 164 families residing in the city. The population density was 290.1 PD/sqmi. There were 245 housing units at an average density of 109.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 70.02% White, 1.08% Native American, 0.15% Asian, 0.15% Pacific Islander, 27.51% from other races, and 1.08% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 39.57% of the population.

There were 214 households, out of which 49.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.7% were married couples living together, 10.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.9% were non-families. 19.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.02 and the average family size was 3.52.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 36.0% under the age of 18, 8.0% from 18 to 24, 27.2% from 25 to 44, 18.4% from 45 to 64, and 10.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 30 years. For every 100 females, there were 107.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 98.1 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $29,167, and the median income for a family was $30,417. Males had a median income of $24,444 versus $21,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $10,389. About 21.4% of families and 20.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.7% of those under age 18 and 14.1% of those age 65 or over.

Climate
Dubois experiences a humid continental climate (Köppen Dfb) with long, cold winters and hot, wetter summers.

Education
The sole school district in the county is Clark County School District #161.

College of Eastern Idaho includes this county in its catchment zone; however this county is not in its taxation zone.

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title: Dubois, Idaho


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Spencer, Idaho

Spencer is an incorporated hamlet in Clark County, Idaho, United States. It serves as the base for the state's opal mine and is called the "Opal Capital of America": the mine proper is located 5–6 miles outside of town. The population was 37 at the 2010 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.12 sqmi, all of it land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 37 people, 18 households, and 11 families residing in the city. The population density was 33.0 PD/sqmi. There were 50 housing units at an average density of 44.6 /mi2. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White.

There were 18 households, of which 22.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.6% were married couples living together, 5.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 38.9% were non-families. 38.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.06 and the average family size was 2.73.

The median age in the city was 54.3 years. 21.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 0% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 8.1% were from 25 to 44; 40.5% were from 45 to 64; and 29.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 62.2% male and 37.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 38 people, 17 households, and 12 families residing in the city. The population density was 33.6 PD/sqmi. There were 38 housing units at an average density of 33.6 /mi2. The racial makeup of the city was 94.74% White, 2.63% Native American, 2.63% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 7.89% of the population.

There were 17 households, out of which 11.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 70.6% were married couples living together, and 29.4% were non-families. 17.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.24 and the average family size was 2.50.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 15.8% under the age of 18, 23.7% from 25 to 44, 39.5% from 45 to 64, and 21.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 55 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 113.3 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $21,875, and the median income for a family was $21,250. Males had a median income of $11,250 versus $6,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $11,711. There were 40.0% of families and 56.8% of the population living below the poverty line, including 100.0% of under eighteens and none of those over 64.

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Elk River, Idaho

Elk River is a city in the northwestern United States in Clearwater County, Idaho. The population was 125 at the 2010 census, down from 156 in 2000. It is accessed from State Highway 8 from Bovill, to the west in adjacent Latah County. Formerly the site of a Potlatch sawmill, it was phased out after several decades during the 1930s.

Geography
Elk River is located at 46.78278°N, -116.18°W (46.782796, -116.180049), at an elevation of 2854 ft above sea level.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.15 sqmi, all of it land.

Climate
This region experiences warm (but not hot) and dry summers, with no average monthly temperatures above 71.6 F. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Elk River has a dry-summer humid continental climate, abbreviated "Dsb" on climate maps.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 125 people, 65 households, and 31 families residing in the city. The population density was 833.3 PD/sqmi. There were 152 housing units at an average density of 1013.3 /mi2. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.2% of the population.

There were 65 households, of which 9.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.2% were married couples living together, 1.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 52.3% were non-families. 50.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.92 and the average family size was 2.90.

The median age in the city was 52.4 years. 12.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 2.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.2% were from 25 to 44; 44% were from 45 to 64; and 21.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 52.8% male and 47.2% female.

2000 census
As of the 2000 census, there were 156 people, 75 households, and 54 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,116.6 PD/sqmi. There were 136 housing units at an average density of 973.5 /mi2. The racial makeup of the city was 95.51% White, 0.64% Asian, and 3.85% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.64% of the population.

There were 75 households, out of which 13.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 66.7% were married couples living together, 2.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.7% were non-families. 21.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.08 and the average family size was 2.38.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 13.5% under the age of 18, 1.9% from 18 to 24, 19.2% from 25 to 44, 41.0% from 45 to 64, and 24.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 53 years. For every 100 females, there were 116.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 107.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $30,000, and the median income for a family was $31,250. Males had a median income of $29,375 versus $17,500 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,082. About 11.3% of families and 14.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 27.8% of those under the age of eighteen and 8.9% of those 65 or over.

Education
The public school was closed in 1990 and students attend classes in Bovill in Latah County.

In popular culture
In 2011, John Oliver and Andy Zaltzman of satirical podcast The Bugle claimed to be planning to declare war against the town. In December 2017, The Bugle recognized Elk River as the capital of the United States, following the Trump administration's announcement of plans to relocate the US embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem. The 2023 Cody Acuff song "Welcome to Tom's" is a reference to Tom's Tavern in Elk River.

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Orofino, Idaho

Orofino ; ("fine gold" [ore] in Spanish) is a city in and the county seat of Clearwater County, Idaho, United States, along Orofino Creek and the north bank of the Clearwater River. It is the major city within the Nez Perce Indian Reservation. The population was 3,142 at the time of the 2010 census.

Nearby is the historical "Canoe Camp," where the Lewis and Clark expedition built five new dugout canoes and embarked on October 7, 1805, downstream to the Pacific Ocean. Some 4 mi north is the Dworshak Dam, third-highest dam in the United States, completed in the early 1970s. Nearby is the Dworshak National Fish Hatchery, started to try to compensate for the loss of migratory fish upstream after the dam was constructed.

Originally the name was two words, Oro Fino, applied to a gold mining camp established in 1861 2 mi south of Pierce. When the United States government opened up the Nez Percé reservation to non-tribal settlers in 1895,   thousands of European Americans rushed to lay claims to land. Clifford Fuller set up a trading post on his new homestead. The town (Orofino-on-the-Clearwater) was established the next year. The railroad, later part of the Camas Prairie Railroad, was constructed from Lewiston in 1899.

Orofino is home to state institutions: Idaho State Hospital North and the Idaho Correctional Institution–Orofino. These two facilities are located adjacent to Orofino High School, which includes the junior high or middle school grades, and whose mascot is the Maniac.

Orofino hosts an annual July 4 celebration, as well as the Clearwater County Fair and Lumberjack Days in late summer. Each spring, Boomershoot, an annual precision rifle event, is held nearby.

Geography
Orofino is located at 46.48556°N, -116.25889°W (46.485485, -116.258847).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.47 sqmi, of which 2.33 sqmi is land and 0.14 sqmi is water.

Climate
The city has a climate typical of low-elevation areas in Idaho and eastern Washington. Orofino has a dry-summer continental climate (Köppen Dsb). Due to the warm summers, it nearly qualifies as a continental Mediterranean climate (Dsa). Idaho's all-time highest temperature of 118 °F was recorded at Orofino on July 28, 1934.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 3,142 people, 1,167 households, and 698 families residing in the city. The population density was 1348.5 PD/sqmi. There were 1,285 housing units at an average density of 551.5 /mi2. The racial makeup of the city was 91.7% White, 0.5% African American, 2.5% Native American, 1.4% Asian, 0.3% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 2.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.3% of the population.

There were 1,167 households, of which 24.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.4% were married couples living together, 9.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 40.2% were non-families. 34.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.17 and the average family size was 2.77.

The median age in the city was 43.7 years. 17% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 27.3% were from 25 to 44; 28.3% were from 45 to 64; and 20.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 58.3% male and 41.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 3,247 people, 1,137 households, and 767 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,349.0 PD/sqmi. There were 1,279 housing units at an average density of 531.4 /mi2. The racial makeup of the city was 93.93% White, 0.37% African American, 2.13% Native American, 0.59% Asian, 0.09% Pacific Islander, 0.99% from other races, and 1.91% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.25% of the population.

There were 1,137 households, out of which 28.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.1% were married couples living together, 8.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.5% were non-families. 27.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.33 and the average family size was 2.83.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 20.1% under the age of 18, 7.9% from 18 to 24, 30.4% from 25 to 44, 26.1% from 45 to 64, and 15.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 132.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 143.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $30,580, and the median income for a family was $36,908. Males had a median income of $30,386 versus $20,968 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,563. About 7.6% of families and 12.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.3% of those under age 18 and 7.1% of those age 65 or over.

Government and infrastructure
The city government is small due to the limited number of residents.

Major facilities are run by the state, which operates the Idaho State Hospital North here. In addition, the Idaho Department of Correction operates the Idaho Correctional Institution-Orofino here.

The United States Postal Service operates the Orofino Post Office.

Transportation
The city is served by US 12, a two-lane undivided highway on the south bank of the Clearwater River, connected to Orofino by a bridge. The highway connects to Lewiston to the west and Missoula, Montana (over Lolo Pass) to the east. The route is known as the "Northwest Passage Scenic Byway," a National Scenic Byway. The population is dependent on cars. Most areas have few or no sidewalks. Orofino Municipal Airport (KS68) is available for those traveling by small aircraft.

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Pierce, Idaho

Pierce is a city in the northwest United States, located in Clearwater County, Idaho. The population was 508 at the 2010 census, down from 617 in 2000.

History
The first discovery of gold in Idaho (then Washington Territory) was made by Elias D. Pierce and Wilbur F. Bassett on Orofino Creek (Canal Gulch) in October 1860, a mile (1.6 km) north of Pierce. On land ceded to the Nez Perce people at the Walla Walla Council in 1855 (with a 1859 treaty), the gold discovery led to significant reduction of that agreement in 1863, and the Nez Perce War in 1877.

Pierce was the first county seat for Shoshone County, which was established in January 1861 in Washington Territory and for most of its first year included most of present-day Idaho and Wyoming. The Pierce Courthouse, constructed in 1862, is Idaho's oldest public building. Idaho Territory was established in 1863, and the county seat moved north to the Silver Valley in Murray in 1884 (and to Wallace in 1898). Present-day Clearwater County, formed in 1911, was part of Shoshone County until 1904, when it was annexed by Nez Perce County.

Geography
Pierce is located about 9 miles northeast of the Weippe Prairie, north of the Clearwater River canyon.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.82 sqmi, all of it land.

Climate
Pierce has a humid continental climate (Dfb) according to the Köppen climate classification system.

Demographics
As of 2000 the median income for a household in the city was $34,318, and the median income for a family was $36,667. Males had a median income of $36,250 versus $24,375 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,980. About 14.7% of families and 18.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 27.4% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 508 people, 235 households, and 150 families residing in the city. The population density was 619.5 PD/sqmi. There were 296 housing units at an average density of 361.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.3% White, 1.8% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 1.8% from other races, and 2.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.1% of the population.

There were 235 households, of which 18.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.4% were married couples living together, 3.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 36.2% were non-families. 30.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.16 and the average family size was 2.67.

The median age in the city was 51 years. 16.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 15.9% were from 25 to 44; 39.8% were from 45 to 64; and 22.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 54.7% male and 45.3% female.

Population history

 * 1863 - 275
 * 1864 - 131

Notable people

 * E. William Gollings – American painter of western life

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Weippe, Idaho

Weippe is a city in Clearwater County, Idaho, United States. The population was 441 at the 2010 census, up from 411 in 2000. In September 1805, the starving Lewis and Clark Expedition first met the Nez Perce on the Weippe Prairie, south of the city.

Geography
Weippe is located at 46.37833°N, -115.93972°W (46.378219, -115.939825), at an elevation of 3015 ft above sea level.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.42 sqmi, all of it land.

2010 census
At the 2010 census there were 441 people in 198 households, including 121 families, in the city. The population density was 1050.0 PD/sqmi. There were 230 housing units at an average density of 547.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.4% White, 0.7% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 0.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.8%.

Of the 198 households, 24.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.0% were married couples living together, 11.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 38.9% were non-families. 31.3% of households were one person, and 16.2% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.23 and the average family size was 2.77.

The median age was 48.4 years. 20.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 17.4% were from 25 to 44; 32% were from 45 to 64; and 23.6% were 65 or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.5% male and 51.5% female.

2000 census
At the 2000 census there were 416 people in 161 households, including 119 families, in the city. The population density was 1,009.8 PD/sqmi. There were 198 housing units at an average density of 480.6 /sqmi. The; racial makeup of the city was 97.12% White, 0.24% African American, 1.20% Native American, 0.72% from other races, and 0.72% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.96%.

Of the 161 households, 36.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.5% were married couples living together, 12.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.5% were non-families. 20.5% of households were built up of individuals, and 10.6% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.58 and the average family size was 2.95.

The age distribution was 29.3% under the age of 18, 6.7% from 18 to 24, 22.1% from 25 to 44, 26.4% from 45 to 64, and 15.4% 65 or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.9 males.

The median household income was $26,442 and the total income for a family was $28,281. Males had a median income of $30,694 versus $17,500 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,175. About 16.8% of families and 24.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 36.3% of those under age 18 and 19.7% of those age 65 or over.

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Challis, Idaho

Challis is the largest city in Custer County, Idaho, United States. It is the county seat and its population was 1,081 at the 2010 census. The 2020 census shows 902 residents, a 16.6% drop.

History
Challis was founded in 1878 and named for A.P. Challis, who was a surveyor when the townsite was laid out. Challis post office was established in 1878.

Twin Peaks Sports, the I.O.O.F. Hall, and a number of other buildings in Challis are individually listed on the National Register of Historic Places, most as a result of an Idaho State Historical Society study of historical resources in the town.

Highways

 * US 93.svg - US 93 - to Salmon (north) and Mackay (south)
 * - to Stanley (southwest)

The Salmon River Scenic Byway uses both highways, from Stanley to Salmon. The junction with Highway 75 is south of Challis.

1983 earthquake
On Friday, October 28, 1983, the Borah Peak earthquake occurred at 8:06 am MDT. The shock measured 6.9 on the moment magnitude scale and had a maximum Mercalli intensity of IX (Violent). The Challis-Mackay region experienced rather thorough damage, with 11 commercial buildings and 39 homes with major damage; while another 200 houses were damaged, minor to moderately. Mackay in particular, about 50 mi southeast of Challis, experienced the most severe damage. Most of the city's large buildings on its Main Street were damaged, to some extent; eight of these buildings were deemed condemned and closed down. Most of these buildings were built from materials such as brick, concrete block, and stone, each varying. The two fatalities of the earthquake were in Challis; a store front fell on two children walking to school.

2020 earthquake
On Tuesday, March 31, 2020, at 5:52 pm MST, an earthquake measuring 6.5 on the moment magnitude scale occurred, centered 45 mi west of Challis. This was the second strongest earthquake in the state of Idaho ever recorded.

Geography and climate
Challis is located at 44.50417°N, -114.22833°W (44.504260, -114.228279), at an elevation of 5253 ft above sea level.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.88 sqmi, of which, 1.85 sqmi is land and 0.03 sqmi is water.

Challis experiences a semi-arid climate (Köppen climate classification 'BSk') with cold winters, hot summers, and low precipitation throughout the year.

2010 census
At the 2010 census there were 1,081 people, 502 households, and 277 families living in the city. The population density was 584.3 PD/sqmi. There were 598 housing units at an average density of 323.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 93.6% White, 0.1% African American, 0.8% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 3.5% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 7.2%.

Of the 502 households 26.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.4% were married couples living together, 7.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 44.8% were non-families. 39.0% of households were one person and 15.6% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.14 and the average family size was 2.84.

The median age was 42 years. 21.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 26.3% were from 25 to 44; 28.5% were from 45 to 64; and 17.2% were 65 or older. The gender makeup of the city was 55.0% male and 45.0% female.

2000 census
At the 2000 census there were 909 people, 410 households, and 248 families living in the city. The population density was 510.8 PD/sqmi. There were 525 housing units at an average density of 295.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.14% White, 0.88% Native American, 1.21% from other races, and 0.77% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.85%.

Of the 410 households 29.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.4% were married couples living together, 5.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 39.3% were non-families. 35.6% of households were one person and 17.6% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.21 and the average family size was 2.90.

The age distribution was 25.0% under the age of 18, 4.7% from 18 to 24, 26.0% from 25 to 44, 24.9% from 45 to 64, and 19.5% 65 or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.3 males.

The median household income was $29,904 and the median family income was $39,444. Males had a median income of $38,250 versus $21,964 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,803. About 8.5% of families and 12.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.2% of those under age 18 and 18.5% of those age 65 or over.

Notable people

 * Lawrence Henry Chamberlain (1906–1989), dean of Columbia College and vice president of Columbia University

title: Challis, Idaho


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Clayton, Idaho

Clayton is a city in Custer County, Idaho, United States. The population was 7 at the 2010 census, down from 27 in 2000. It is adjacent to the Salmon River.

History
Clayton was founded in 1881 as a smelter site for the nearby mines.

Geography
Clayton is located at 44.25889°N, -114.39972°W (44.259014, -114.399725), at an elevation of 5489 ft above sea level.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.01 sqmi, all of it land, which makes it the smallest incorporated city of Idaho, and even the smallest incorporated city of the US.

Climate
This climatic region is typified by large seasonal temperature differences, with warm to hot (and often humid) summers and cold (sometimes severely cold) winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Clayton has a humid continental climate, abbreviated "Dfb" on climate maps.

Highway

 * - Salmon River Scenic Byway

Clayton is located on State Highway 75, between Stanley (west) and Challis (northeast).

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 7 people, 4 households, and 2 families residing in the city. The population density was 700.0 PD/sqmi. There were 18 housing units at an average density of 1800.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White.

There were 4 households, of which 25.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.0% were married couples living together, and 50.0% were non-families. 50.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 25% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.75 and the average family size was 2.50.

The median age in the city was 57.5 years. 14.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 0% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 28.6% were from 25 to 44; 14.3% were from 45 to 64; and 42.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 57.1% male and 42.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 27 people, 12 households, and 6 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,105.2 PD/sqmi. There were 23 housing units at an average density of 1,793.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White.

There were 12 households, out of which 16.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.0% were married couples living together, and 50.0% were non-families. 33.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.25 and the average family size was 3.17.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.9% under the age of 18, 3.7% from 18 to 24, 7.4% from 25 to 44, 51.9% from 45 to 64, and 11.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 48 years. For every 100 females, there were 80.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 66.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $50,625, and the median income for a family was $30,625. Males had a median income of $21,875 versus $28,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $11,996. There were no families and 15.8% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and none of those over 64.

title: Clayton, Idaho


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Lost River, Idaho

Lost River is a city in Custer County, Idaho, United States. The population was 42 persons at the 2020 census.

Geography
Lost River is located at 43.72167°N, -113.545°W (43.721785, -113.544931).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 8.70 sqmi, of which, 8.69 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi is water.

Its name refers to its location near the Big Lost River.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 68 people, 15 households, and 11 families residing in the city. The population density was 7.8 PD/sqmi. There were 30 housing units at an average density of 3.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.6% White, 2.9% African American, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 11.8% of the population.

There were 15 households, of which 33.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 73.3% were married couples living together, and 26.7% were non-families. 13.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 4.53 and the average family size was 3.36.

The median age in the city was 47.5 years. 11.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.5% were from 25 to 44; 47.1% were from 45 to 64, and 10.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 63.2% male and 36.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 26 people, 8 households, and 6 families residing in the city. The population density was 3.0 /mi2. There were 15 housing units at an average density of 1.7 /mi2. The racial makeup of the city was 84.62% White, 11.54% from other races, and 3.85% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 30.77% of the population.

There were 8 households, out of which 50.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 75.0% were married couples living together, and 25.0% were non-families. 12.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and none had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.25 and the average family size was 3.83.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 38.5% under the age of 18, 7.7% from 18 to 24, 34.6% from 25 to 44, 11.5% from 45 to 64, and 7.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 28 years. For every 100 females, there were 116.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 166.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $31,667, and the median income for a family was $66,250. Males had a median income of $29,167 versus $21,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,534. There were no families and 6.9% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and none of those over 64.

title: Lost River, Idaho


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Mackay, Idaho

Mackay (pronounced ) is a town in Custer County, Idaho, United States. The population was 439 at the 2020 census. The town is pronounced "Mackie" with the accent on the first syllable.

Highways

 * US 93.svg - US 93 - to Challis (north) and Arco (south)

Etymology
The town was named in honor of John William Mackay who owned the local copper mines. The nearby Mackay Peak in the White Knob Mountains is also named after him.

Geography
Mackay is located at 43.91194°N, -113.61361°W (43.911880, -113.613669), at an elevation of 5,905 ft.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.86 sqmi, all of it land.

About 20 mi north of Mackay is Idaho's highest mountain: Borah Peak, with a summit elevation of 12662 ft. Mt. McCaleb, 11427 ft, overlooks the city.

Climate
The climate of Mackay ranges from lows of -40 °F to highs of +30 °F in the winter. In the summer, temperatures range from lows of 30 °F to highs of 100 °F in some areas. Mackay has a fairly dry climate, typical of high desert bordering alpine areas.

Sports
The main athletic attraction in the city is Mackay High School. The Miners have won ten state championships in football in the 1A (previously A-4) division and five state championships in basketball. Volleyball, girls' basketball and track are other athletic opportunities in Mackay.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 517 people, 247 households, and 137 families residing in the city. The population density was 601.2 PD/sqmi. There were 352 housing units at an average density of 409.3 /mi2. The racial makeup of the city was 98.8% White, 0.2% African American, 0.6% Native American, and 0.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.0% of the population.

There were 247 households, of which 21.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.3% were married couples living together, 7.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 44.5% were non-families. 39.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 23.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.09 and the average family size was 2.72.

The median age in the city was 47.5 years. 21.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.3% were from 25 to 44; 31.4% were from 45 to 64; and 22.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 51.6% male and 48.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 566 people, 261 households, and 149 families residing in the city. The population density was 651.8 PD/sqmi. There were 353 housing units at an average density of 406.5 /mi2. The racial makeup of the city was 98.59% White, 0.35% Native American, 0.71% from other races, and 0.35% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.30% of the population.

There were 261 households, out of which 23.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.7% were married couples living together, 5.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 42.9% were non-families. 39.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 21.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.13 and the average family size was 2.86.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 22.4% under the age of 18, 4.6% from 18 to 24, 23.9% from 25 to 44, 27.7% from 45 to 64, and 21.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $23,807, and the median income for a family was $31,667. Males had a median income of $38,750 versus $20,357 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,237. About 13.0% of families and 18.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.5% of those under age 18 and 19.8% of those age 65 or over.

1983 earthquake
On Friday, October 28, 1983, the Borah Peak earthquake occurred at 8:06 am MDT, measured at 6.9 on the moment magnitude scale. The Challis-Mackay region experienced rather thorough damage, with 11 commercial buildings and 39 homes with major damage; while another 200 houses were damaged, minor to moderately. Chickens were running all through the streets. Mackay experienced the most severe damage. Most of the city's large buildings on its Main Street were damaged, to some extent; eight of these buildings were deemed condemned and closed down. Most of these buildings were built from materials such as brick, concrete block, and stone, each varying.

Notable residents

 * Chase A. Clark, 18th Governor of Idaho (1941–43) and federal judge
 * Marilyn Howard, politician and educator

title: Mackay, Idaho


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Stanley, Idaho

Stanley is a town in the Sawtooth Valley in Custer County, Idaho, United States. The population was 116 at the 2020 census; up from 63 in 2010. The center of population of Idaho in 2000 was located in Stanley.

History
Fur trappers of the Hudson's Bay Company discovered the Stanley Basin in the 1820s, but it was mostly avoided due to scarcity of beaver. Captain John Stanley, a Confederate Civil War veteran, led a party of twenty-three prospectors through the area in 1863 (or 1864), but they found little gold and moved on and discovered the Atlanta lode on the south end of the Sawtooths. The site was not considered a town until 1919 when its streets and lots were surveyed and recorded.

Stanley has long been a gathering place for the sparsely populated region.

In 2005, Hannah Stauts won the city's mayoral election at age 22 to become the state's youngest elected mayor.

The 2017 solar eclipse attracted a large number of visitors to Stanley and surrounding areas. The Milky Way is clearly visible in Stanley, and the town has sought the seal of approval from the International Dark-Sky Association. Stanley is located in the Central Idaho Dark Sky Reserve which is the USA's first International Gold-Tier Dark Sky Preserve.

Geography
Stanley is located at 44.21667°N, -114.93778°W (44.216698, -114.937814), at an elevation of 6,253 feet (1,906 m) above sea level

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.62 sqmi, of which, 0.61 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi is water. Stanley is surrounded by the Sawtooth National Recreation Area.

Major highways

 * - Ponderosa Pine Scenic Byway
 * - Sawtooth Scenic Byway (southbound), Salmon River Scenic Byway (northbound)

2020 earthquake
On March 31, 2020 at 5:48 MST, a M 6.5 earthquake 20 miles northwest of Stanley shook the town. This was the second strongest earthquake recorded in Idaho, behind the 6.9 Borah Peak earthquake of 1983.

2020 census
As of the census of 2020 there were 116 people in Stanley. There were 169 housing units.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 63 people, 30 households, and 13 families living in the city. The population density was 103.3 PD/sqmi. There were 91 housing units at an average density of 149.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White.

There were 30 households, of which 3.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 40.0% were married couples living together, 3.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 56.7% were non-families. 40.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.73 and the average family size was 2.23.

The median age in the city was 52.5 years. 3.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 1.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.8% were from 25 to 44; 58.7% were from 45 to 64; and 12.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 52.4% male and 47.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 100 people, 45 households, and 23 families living in the city. The population density was 161.0 PD/sqmi. There were 77 housing units at an average density of 124.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.00% White, 1.00% Native American, and 1.00% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.00% of the population.

There were 45 households, out of which 24.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.1% were married couples living together, 2.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 46.7% were non-families. 33.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and none had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.22 and the average family size was 3.00.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.0% under the age of 18, 6.0% from 18 to 24, 27.0% from 25 to 44, 40.0% from 45 to 64, and 3.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 122.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 123.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $37,813, and the median income for a family was $45,625. Males had a median income of $25,000 versus $37,500 for females. The per capita income for the city was $23,303. There were 25.9% of families and 21.4% of the population living below the poverty line, including 47.1% of those under 18 and none of those over 64.

Government
In November 2005, residents elected 22-year-old Hannah Stauts as mayor of Stanley. Stauts, a former resident of Boise, was the youngest female mayor in the United States. She was succeeded by Herb Mumford, a retired engineer who was elected in November 2009. The current mayor is Steve Botti.

Climate
Stanley has an alpine subarctic climate with very cold winters and warm summers with a very large diurnal temperature variation. Frosts can occur at any time of the year. There are on average 290 mornings in the year with frost (10 of them in July) and 60 nights that reach 0 °F. The cold weather is due to Stanley's location in a protected valley that traps cold air from the surrounding mountains, creating strong temperature inversions.

In latitude and elevation, Stanley's weather station is a near-perfect twin of the station at the summit of Mt. Washington in New Hampshire. But although both are quite cold, their climates are very different.

Culture and festivals
During the summers, the Sawtooth Mountain Mamas Craft Fair is held in the field next to the grocery store, usually for about 2–3 days in July.

A music festival, the Sawtooth Valley Gathering, also attracts a fair number of people.

In literature
An imaginative 1980 novel by Gino Sky, Appaloosa Rising: the Legend of the Cowboy Buddha, is set in the Stanley area.

A 2003 memoir by John Rember, Traplines: Coming Home to the Sawtooth Valley describes life in Stanley and its surrounding area, and the cultural changes connected to the establishment of the Sawtooth National Recreation Area.

In film
The 1985 Clint Eastwood film Pale Rider was mainly shot in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area near Stanley.

title: Stanley, Idaho


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Glenns Ferry, Idaho

Glenns Ferry is a city in Elmore County, Idaho, United States. The population was 1,293 at the 2020 census. The city is adjacent to Interstate 84 and the Snake River.

History
Glenns Ferry was one of the most famous and treacherous river crossings on the Oregon Trail. Pioneers forded the Snake River at the Three Island Crossing until 1869, when Gustavus "Gus" Glenn constructed a ferry about two miles upstream, primarily to expedite freight but also for emigrants. His boat, which could hold two wagons, cut nearly twenty miles from the former route. In 1871 the city of Glenns Ferry was established. Construction of the Oregon Short Line Railroad through the town in 1883 gave the city its first major employer.

Opened in 1971, Three Island Crossing State Park is home to The Oregon Trail History and Education Center, where visitors can learn about pioneer emigrants and Native American history. The Glenns Ferry community sponsors a crossing commemoration the second Saturday of each August.

The Glenns Ferry townsite was platted 153.67956619108324 years ago in 1871, just downstream from the ferry site. It is one of just two incorporated cities in Elmore County, along with Mountain Home.

Geography
Glenns Ferry is located at 42.95194°N, -115.30111°W (42.951954, -115.301132), at an elevation of 2569 ft above sea level.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.94 sqmi, of which, 1.92 sqmi is land and 0.02 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,319 people, 559 households, and 350 families residing in the city. The population density was 687.0 PD/sqmi. There were 684 housing units at an average density of 356.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 82.2% White, 0.2% African American, 2.0% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 11.8% from other races, and 3.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 24.6% of the population.

There were 559 households, of which 27.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.5% were married couples living together, 10.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 37.4% were non-families. 32.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.36 and the average family size was 3.00.

The median age in the city was 42.6 years. 25.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.3% were from 25 to 44; 24.8% were from 45 to 64; and 23% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.1% male and 50.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,611 people, 610 households, and 428 families residing in the city. The population density was 920.2 PD/sqmi. There were 707 housing units at an average density of 403.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 85.41% White, 1.18% Native American, 0.31% Asian, 9.75% from other races, and 3.35% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 26.44% of the population.

There were 610 households, out of which 34.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.2% were married couples living together, 10.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.7% were non-families. 26.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.64 and the average family size was 3.21.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 32.4% under the age of 18, 6.3% from 18 to 24, 23.0% from 25 to 44, 21.8% from 45 to 64, and 16.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 93.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $26,379, and the median income for a family was $32,019. Males had a median income of $27,321 versus $17,692 for females. The per capita income for the city was $12,869. About 20.5% of families and 24.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 38.4% of those under age 18 and 6.3% of those age 65 or over.

Notable people

 * Korey Hall, American football player
 * Kitty Wilkins, horse breeder
 * Richard Wills, Idaho State Representative

title: Glenns Ferry, Idaho


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Mountain Home, Idaho

Mountain Home is the largest city and county seat of Elmore County, Idaho, United States. The population was 15,979 in the 2020 census. It is the principal city of the Mountain Home Micropolitan Statistical Area, which includes Elmore County.

Mountain Home was originally a post office at Rattlesnake Station, a stagecoach stop on the Overland Stage Line, about seven miles (11 km) east of the city, on present-day US-20 towards Fairfield. With the addition of the Oregon Short Line Railroad in 1883, the post office was moved downhill and west to the city's present site.

Mountain Home Air Force Base, an Air Combat Command installation, is located 12 mi southwest of the city. Opened in 1943 during World War II, it was originally a bomber training base and later an operational Strategic Air Command bomber and missile base (1953–65). It switched to Tactical Air Command and fighters in January 1966, which was succeeded by Air Combat Command in 1992.

Geography
Mountain Home is located at 43.13694°N, -115.69444°W (43.136812, -115.694474), at an elevation of 3146 ft above sea level.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 6.36 sqmi, of which 6.07 sqmi is land and 0.29 sqmi is water.

About 8 mi to the northwest are the Crater Rings, a National Natural Landmark.

Mountain Home experiences a semi-arid climate (Köppen BSk) with short, cold winters and hot, dry summers.

Highways

 * [[Image:I-84.svg|25px]] - Interstate 84 bypasses the city, running about a mile east; it links with Boise 45 mi to the northwest and Twin Falls 86 mi to the southeast.
 * [[Image:US 20.svg|25px]] - US 20 splits from I-84 at exit 95, heading eastbound toward Fairfield and over to Idaho Falls in eastern Idaho.
 * [[Image:US 26.svg|25px]] [[Image:US 30.svg|25px]] - US 26 and US 30 follow Interstate 84 through the city.
 * [[Image:ID-51.svg|25px]] - SH-51 heads south-southwest towards Bruneau and on to Elko, Nevada, changing to Nevada State Route 225 midway through the Duck Valley Indian Reservation.
 * [[Image:ID-67.svg|25px]] - SH-67 heads west-southwest toward the air base and on to Grand View via SH-167.

2020 census
At the 2020 census, there were 15,979 people, 6,081 households with 3.01 persons per household and 3,358 families in the city. The population density was 2,636.8 PD/sqmi. There were 6,597 housing units at an average density of1088.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 75.0% White, 2.6% African American, 1.2% Native American, 3.0% Asian, 0.3% Pacific Islander, 6.6% from other races, and 11.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 15.9% of the population.

There were 6,081 households, of which 29.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.9% were married couples living together, 10.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 44.8% were non-families. 33.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.31 and the average family size was 3.01.

2010 census
At the 2010 census, there were 14,206 people, 5,648 households and 3,686 families living in the city. The population density was 2340.4 PD/sqmi. There were 6,249 housing units at an average density of 1029.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 75.0% White, 2.6% African American, 1.2% Native American, 3.0% Asian, 0.6% Pacific Islander, 4.8% from other races, and 4.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 11.9% of the population.

There were 5,648 households, of which 36.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.0% were married couples living together, 10.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 34.7% were non-families. 27.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.49 and the average family size was 3.06.

The median age in the city was 29.8 years. 27.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 12.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 29.1% were from 25 to 44; 20.7% were from 45 to 64; and 9.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 51.3% male and 48.7% female.

2000 census
At the 2000 census, there were 11,143 people, 4,337 households and 2,957 families living in the city. The population density was 2,150.8 PD/sqmi. There were 4,738 housing units at an average density of 914.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 87.89% White, 2.61% African American, 0.94% Native American, 1.73% Asian, 0.31% Pacific Islander, 3.41% from other races, and 3.11% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 8.33% of the population.

There were 4,337 households, of which 36.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.7% were married couples living together, 9.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.8% were non-families. 26.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.54 and the average family size was 3.11.

29.6% of the population were under the age of 18, 9.8% from 18 to 24, 32.8% from 25 to 44, 18.1% from 45 to 64, and 9.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 32 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 99.5 males.

The median household income was $37,307 and the median family income was $41,485. Males had a median income of $28,724 and females $21,905. The per capita income was $17,029. About 8.6% of families and 10.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.9% of those under age 18 and 11.8% of those age 65 or over.

Notable people

 * Korey Hall – NFL player
 * Charlotte Lamberton – deaf vaudeville and ballroom dancer
 * Richard McKenna – novelist
 * Ford Rainey – actor
 * James F. Reilly – former NASA astronaut and geologist
 * Victor Wooten – musician

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Clifton, Idaho

Clifton is a city in Franklin County, Idaho, United States. The population was 413 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Logan, Utah-Idaho Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Geography
Clifton is located at 42.1875°N, -112.00583°W (42.187585, -112.005856), at 4860 ft in elevation.

It lies in the northern end of Cache Valley, at the base of the Bannock Mountain Range.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.25 sqmi, all of it land.

History
Clifton was originally settled by Thomas Charles Davis Howell and his sons in the Spring of 1869. A Latter-day Saint branch was organized here with William Jared Pratt as president later that year. A post office was set up in 1870. A ward was organized in 1877.

In 1930 Clifton had a population of 217.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 259 people, 77 households, and 68 families residing in the city. The population density was 115.1 PD/sqmi. There were 88 housing units at an average density of 39.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.7% White and 2.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.9% of the population.

There were 77 households, of which 46.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 84.4% were married couples living together, 1.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 11.7% were non-families. 11.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.36 and the average family size was 3.65.

The median age in the city was 31.4 years. 40.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 3.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.2% were from 25 to 44; 20.8% were from 45 to 64; and 11.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.2% male and 49.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 213 people, 61 households, and 53 families residing in the city. The population density was 94.6 PD/sqmi. There were 71 housing units at an average density of 31.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.59% White, 0.47% Native American, 0.47% from other races, and 0.47% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.47% of the population.

There were 61 households, out of which 45.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 78.7% were married couples living together, 6.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 11.5% were non-families. 11.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.49 and the average family size was 3.78.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 36.6% under the age of 18, 8.5% from 18 to 24, 18.3% from 25 to 44, 22.1% from 45 to 64, and 14.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 117.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $35,208, and the median income for a family was $36,667. Males had a median income of $28,333 versus $19,375 for females. The per capita income for the city was $12,755. About 9.7% of families and 13.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.0% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.

Notable people

 * Harold B. Lee, eleventh president of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was born in Clifton on March 28, 1899.
 * Tara Westover, an author was born and raised on the outskirts of Clifton. She wrote a memoir, Educated, about her childhood there.

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Dayton, Idaho

Dayton is a city in Franklin County, Idaho, United States. The population was 510 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Logan, Utah-Idaho Metropolitan Statistical Area.

History
In 1867, Joseph Chadwick and his family settled on Five Mile Creek and built a log cabin. In one room he had a supply store to accommodate the few settlers and freighters. He was followed by Peter Poole, Robert Taylor, Stephen Callan, George Mendenhall, Richard Wickham and their families. The locality was originally known as Franklin Meadows. It was later known as Five Mile Creek, then Chadville, and in 1890 Card. In 1906 William B. Preston gave it the name of Dayton. Fred Jenson was the first Mormon Presiding Elder.

Dayton had 271 residents in 1930.

Geography
Dayton lies on the west side of Cache Valley, along Five Mile Creek at the base of the Bannock Mountains.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 6.56 sqmi, of which, 6.52 sqmi is land and 0.04 sqmi is water.

Climate
This climatic region is typified by large seasonal temperature differences, with warm to hot (and often humid) summers and cold (sometimes severely cold) winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Dayton has a humid continental climate, abbreviated "Dfb" on climate maps.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 463 people, 134 households, and 116 families residing in the city. The population density was 71.0 PD/sqmi. There were 144 housing units at an average density of 22.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 93.1% White, 4.3% from other races, and 2.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 6.5% of the population.

There were 134 households, of which 48.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 76.9% were married couples living together, 8.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 1.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 13.4% were non-families. 11.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.46 and the average family size was 3.72.

The median age in the city was 31.1 years. 32.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.7% were from 25 to 44; 23.2% were from 45 to 64; and 13.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.8% male and 49.2% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 444 people, 126 households, and 105 families residing in the city. The population density was 67.4 PD/sqmi. There were 133 housing units at an average density of 20.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.07% White, 0.23% African American, 0.68% Native American, 0.90% from other races, and 1.13% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.90% of the population.

There were 126 households, out of which 51.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 72.2% were married couples living together, 7.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 15.9% were non-families. 14.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.52 and the average family size was 3.95.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 41.9% under the age of 18, 6.8% from 18 to 24, 22.5% from 25 to 44, 17.1% from 45 to 64, and 11.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 27 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $36,442, and the median income for a family was $37,308. Males had a median income of $26,786 versus $22,188 for females. The per capita income for the city was $11,653. About 8.5% of families and 8.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.7% of those under age 18 and 6.4% of those age 65 or over.

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Franklin, Idaho

Franklin is a city in Franklin County, Idaho, United States. The population was 1,025 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Logan, Utah-Idaho Metropolitan Statistical Area.

History
The town was founded by Mormon pioneers led by Thomas S. Smart on April 14, 1860, in what was then Washington Territory, although at the time it was believed the settlement was within the bounds of Utah Territory. The town was named for Franklin Richards, an Apostle for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Franklin is the first permanent European settlement in present-day Idaho. Its political status remained ambiguous until an 1872 survey determined the townsite was in Idaho Territory about 1 mi north of the Utah Territory border. The area within the town limits was platted into square blocks in 1864.

Part of the 2004 comedy film Napoleon Dynamite were shot near Franklin. The chicken farm scenes were filmed on Ritewood Egg Farms property, and the supervisor's character is loosely based on Marlow Woodward, a late Franklin resident and one of the farm's founders.

Geography
Franklin is located at 42.01611°N, -111.80306°W (42.016039, -111.803101). at an elevation of 4501 ft above sea level.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.29 sqmi, of which, 1.26 sqmi is land and 0.03 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 641 people, 221 households, and 155 families living in the city. The population density was 508.7 PD/sqmi. There were 236 housing units at an average density of 187.3 /mi2. The racial makeup of the city was 91.1% White, 0.5% African American, 0.5% Native American, 6.2% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 13.1% of the population.

There were 221 households, of which 42.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.4% were married couples living together, 5.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 29.9% were non-families. 26.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.90 and the average family size was 3.61.

The median age in the city was 29.9 years. 34.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.9% were from 25 to 44; 19.2% were from 45 to 64; and 12.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.8% male and 50.2% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 641 people, 195 households, and 156 families living in the city. The population density was 839.0 PD/sqmi. There were 219 housing units at an average density of 286.6 /mi2. The racial makeup of the city was 88.92% White, 0.16% Native American, 9.05% from other races, and 1.87% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 9.67% of the population.

There were 195 households, out of which 47.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 69.2% were married couples living together, 5.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 20.0% were non-families. 17.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.29 and the average family size was 3.79.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 40.1% under the age of 18, 8.9% from 18 to 24, 26.8% from 25 to 44, 14.7% from 45 to 64, and 9.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 26 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 101.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $33,026, and the median income for a family was $34,191. Males had a median income of $27,417 versus $24,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $10,346. About 10.9% of families and 14.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.0% of those under age 18 and 10.3% of those age 65 or over.

title: Franklin, Idaho


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Oxford, Idaho

Oxford is a city in Franklin County, Idaho, United States. The population was 42 at the 2020 census.

History
Oxford was first settled by Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in September 1864.

Oxford has several historical links. It is the location where Harold B. Lee, a future president of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, taught school. It is also the location where Jefferson Hunt, a colonist who belonged to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, died. Hunt is buried just behind the hill off the highway at Red Rock Pass.

Geography
Oxford is located at 42.25972°N, -112.02028°W (42.259830, -112.020187).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.25 sqmi, all of it land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 48 people, 17 households, and 11 families residing in the city. The population density was 192.0 PD/sqmi. There were 22 housing units at an average density of 88.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 93.8% White and 6.3% Native American.

There were 17 households, of which 29.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.9% were married couples living together, 5.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 35.3% were non-families. 35.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.82 and the average family size was 3.82.

The median age in the city was 34 years. 41.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 2.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 16.8% were from 25 to 44; 27.1% were from 45 to 64; and 12.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 58.3% male and 41.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 53 people, 18 households, and 14 families residing in the city. The population density was 209.1 PD/sqmi. There were 23 housing units at an average density of 90.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.34% White and 5.66% Native American. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.66% of the population.

There were 18 households, out of which 44.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 72.2% were married couples living together, and 22.2% were non-families. 22.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.94 and the average family size was 3.50.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 35.8% under the age of 18, 5.7% from 18 to 24, 20.8% from 25 to 44, 22.6% from 45 to 64, and 15.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 30 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 112.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $23,125, and the median income for a family was $28,333. Males had a median income of $15,000 versus $18,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $9,889. None of the population and none of the families were below the poverty line.

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Preston, Idaho

Preston is a city in Franklin County, Idaho, United States. The population was 5,591 at the 2020 census, up from 5,204 at the 2010 census. The city is the county seat of Franklin County. It is part of the Logan, Utah-Idaho Metropolitan Statistical Area.

History
The Bear River Massacre occurred in 1863 at a point a few miles northwest of Preston. The Bear River Massacre Site is a National Historic Landmark.

In 1866, Latter-day Saint pioneers arrived in the northern end of the Cache Valley, stretching across southeastern Idaho and northeastern Utah. They founded a community in that location and named it Worm Creek, but in 1881 changed it to Preston because leaders of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) in Salt Lake City objected to the name "Worm Creek" being part of any church congregation's name. The name Preston was suggested by a local member to honor William B. Preston, who at the time was president of the LDS Church's Cache Stake.

It was not until the 1880s while William C. Parkinson was serving as the bishop of the Preston LDS Ward that a regular townsite was laid out.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 6.66 sqmi, of which, 6.65 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi is water.

Nearby is the Cub River Canyon, which is a popular recreation area.

Within Preston itself, U.S. Highway 91 is the main north–south street, State Street. By driving south on US-91, it is a 25-minute drive from Preston to the larger Logan, Utah. Oneida Street, also State Highway 36 is the primary west–east road. Preston is a half-hour drive from Interstate 15.

Climate
Preston has a warm-summer humid continental climate (Köppen climate classification: Dfb).

2020 census
As of the census of 2020, there were 5,591 people, 1,932 households, residing in the city. The population density was 820.0 PD/sqmi. There were 2,025 housing units at an average density of 297.79 /mi2. The racial makeup of the city was 89.88% White, 0.27% African American, 0.98% Native American, 0.36% Asian, 0.05% Pacific Islander, 3.26% from other races, and 5.20% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 7.94% of the population.

There were 1,932 households, of which 38.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them. Of the 1,932 households, 60.1% were married couple households, 21% had a female householder with no spouse present, 14.8% had a male householder with no spouse present, 4.1% had a cohabiting couple household. The average household size was 2.85.

The median age in the city was 33.4 years. 33.8% of residents were under the age of 20; 5.7% were between the ages of 20 and 24; 24.3% were from 25 to 44; 20% were from 45 to 64; and 16.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.6% male and 50.4% female.

As per the 2021 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, the median income was $48,651. The median income for families was $56,799, $59,205 for married-couple families, and $27,264 for non-family households. About 19.8% of the population were below the poverty line.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 5,204 people, 1,751 households, and 1,327 families residing in the city. The population density was 782.6 PD/sqmi. There were 1,873 housing units at an average density of 281.7 /mi2. The racial makeup of the city was 93.7% White, 0.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 3.3% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 7.5% of the population.

There were 1,751 households, of which 42.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.9% were married couples living together, 9.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 24.2% were non-families. 21.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.92 and the average family size was 3.43.

The median age in the city was 31.7 years. 33.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.1% were from 25 to 44; 19.2% were from 45 to 64; and 15.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.5% male and 50.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 4,682 people, 1,529 households, and 1,200 families residing in the city. The population density was 701.0 PD/sqmi. There were 1,640 housing units at an average density of 245.6 /mi2.

The racial makeup of the city was 95.22% White, 5.04% Hispanic or Latino, 0.09% African American, 0.45% Native American, 0.13% Asian, 0.06% Pacific Islander, 3.12% from other races, and 0.94% from two or more races.

There were 1,529 households, out of which 44.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 67.2% were married couples living together, 8.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.5% were non-families. 20.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.01 and the average family size was 3.50.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 35.3% under the age of 18, 10.5% from 18 to 24, 24.1% from 25 to 44, 15.9% from 45 to 64, and 14.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 28 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $35,204, and the median income for a family was $39,537. Males had a median income of $29,247 versus $20,652 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,751. About 5.9% of families and 6.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.9% of those under age 18 and 6.2% of those age 65 or over.

Festivals
For several years the city held a "Napoleon Dynamite Festival" in the summer. Many of the featured festival themes related to events occurring during the film. For example: Tetherball Tournament, Tater Tot Eating Contest, Moon Boot Dance, Impersonation, Look-A-Like Contest, Football Throwing Contest and more. In 2004 there was a single day event that drew approximately 300 people. Although this was not a large crowd, it did help raise $1,500 for the Preston School District Education Foundation. In 2005 an estimated 6,000 people attended the event, but that number dropped to an estimated 400 people in 2006. There are no plans for reviving the event.

The 2007 and 2008 event was held along with the 'That Famous Preston Night Rodeo' in Preston. 'That Famous Preston Night Rodeo' is usually held in late July, along with the Franklin County parade. The rodeo's name ('That Famous Preston Night Rodeo') comes from it being the first rodeo held during night time. It includes many events such as bull riding, barrel racing, and other popular events. The Franklin county parade includes floats and advertisements of local businesses. The rodeo and parade remain one of the town's most popular local events and traditions.

Festival of Lights
Each year Preston holds the "Idaho Festival of Lights", which starts the day after Thanksgiving and goes until December 31. The festival was started by two local business men (Wayne Bell and Walter Ross) along with many other community organizations to help celebrate Christmas within the community. The festival consists of a lighted parade, fireworks, and displays in the city park. The merchants along the main street of Preston have their store fronts decorated with Christmas lights during the festival.

A key event of the festival is the International Bed Race, which is held on the Saturday following Thanksgiving on the main street of Preston. Additional events are a kids' parade and free movie.

Education

Preston Joint School District 201 operates public schools, including Preston High School.

Media
Much of the 2004 film Napoleon Dynamite was shot in the city of Preston, including at Preston High School, located several blocks from U.S. Highway 91. Several area landmarks can be seen throughout the film. Preston is the home of the film's creators, Jared and Jerusha Hess; Jared attended high school in Preston.

Notable people

 * Mervyn S. Bennion, Leonard C. Brostrom and Nathan K. Van Noy residents and former residents of Preston were awarded the Medal of Honor. All were members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Three of five Latter-Day Saint World War II Medal of Honor recipients were from Preston.
 * L. Edward Brown - politician and a general authority of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
 * Ross T. Christensen - archaeologist.
 * Spencer J. Condie - a general authority of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
 * Matthew Cowley - missionary; member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
 * Earl C. Crockett - economist; served as acting president of Brigham Young University.
 * Richard F. Daines - Commissioner of the New York State Department of Health.
 * Richard C. Edgley - a general authority of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
 * R. E. Edlefsen - four term mayor of Boise, Idaho.
 * Robert L. Geddes - 39th President pro tempore of the Idaho Senate.
 * Jared and Jerusha Hess - husband-and-wife filmmakers known for their comedy films, particularly Napoleon Dynamite.
 * Archie Johnson Inger - artist, author and religious lecturer.
 * Harold B. Lee (1899–1973) - educator; president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.

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Weston, Idaho

Weston is a city in Franklin County, Idaho, United States. The population was 511 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Logan, Utah-Idaho Metropolitan Statistical Area. It was first settled in 1865. The community was so named on account of its location at the west bank of the Bear River.

Geography
Weston is located at 42.03611°N, -111.975°W (42.036151, -111.975105).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.98 sqmi, of which, 1.97 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 437 people, 139 households, and 112 families residing in the city. The population density was 221.8 PD/sqmi. There were 147 housing units at an average density of 74.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.4% White, 0.5% African American, and 1.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.5% of the population.

There were 139 households, of which 45.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 74.1% were married couples living together, 4.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 19.4% were non-families. 18.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.14 and the average family size was 3.63.

The median age in the city was 29 years. 37.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.2% were from 25 to 44; 24.9% were from 45 to 64; and 9.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.9% male and 50.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 425 people, 118 households, and 105 families residing in the city. The population density was 214.6 PD/sqmi. There were 129 housing units at an average density of 65.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.18% White, 0.24% Pacific Islander, 1.88% from other races, and 0.71% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.29% of the population.

There were 118 households, out of which 56.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 81.4% were married couples living together, 5.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 11.0% were non-families. 11.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.60 and the average family size was 3.84.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 39.5% under the age of 18, 9.9% from 18 to 24, 24.9% from 25 to 44, 17.9% from 45 to 64, and 7.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 25 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.3 males. For every 100 females aged 18 and over, there were 107.3 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $35,556, and the median income for a family was $35,750. Males had a median income of $31,458 versus $17,188 for females. The per capita income for the city was $10,206. About 8.6% of families and 11.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.8% of those under age 18 and 12.9% of those age 65 or over.

Notable people

 * Parley Parker Christensen, Los Angeles City Council member, born in Weston.
 * Ray D. Free, U.S. Army Reserve Major General and member of the Utah House of Representatives, born in Weston.
 * Harold B. Lee (1899-1973), educator, religious leader

title: Weston, Idaho