Bancroft, Idaho facts for kids
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Bancroft, Idaho
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Location of Bancroft in Caribou County, Idaho.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Idaho |
| County | Caribou |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.61 sq mi (1.58 km2) |
| • Land | 0.61 sq mi (1.58 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 5,423 ft (1,653 m) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 377 |
| • Density | 646.96/sq mi (249.87/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
83217
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| Area code(s) | 208 |
| FIPS code | 16-04420 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2409780 |
Bancroft is a small city in the Gem Valley area of Caribou County, Idaho, in the United States. It is a quiet place with a friendly community. In 2020, about 299 people lived there.
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History of Bancroft
Bancroft got its name from a man named William H. Bancroft. He was an important official for the railroad. The city grew up around the railroad tracks. It was also located along Old Highway 30, which was once a major road. This made Bancroft an important stop for both trains and cars.
Geography of Bancroft
Bancroft is located in a beautiful part of Idaho. The city covers a total area of about 0.65 square miles (1.68 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits.
Population and People
Bancroft has seen its population change over the years. Here's a quick look at how many people have lived there:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 374 | — | |
| 1930 | 403 | 7.8% | |
| 1940 | 406 | 0.7% | |
| 1950 | 495 | 21.9% | |
| 1960 | 416 | −16.0% | |
| 1970 | 366 | −12.0% | |
| 1980 | 505 | 38.0% | |
| 1990 | 393 | −22.2% | |
| 2000 | 382 | −2.8% | |
| 2010 | 377 | −1.3% | |
| 2019 (est.) | 394 | 4.5% | |
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Life in Bancroft in 2010
According to the 2010 census, 377 people lived in Bancroft. There were 138 households, which are like homes where people live. Most people living in Bancroft were White. A small number of people were from other backgrounds.
The average age of people in Bancroft was about 37 years old. Many young people lived there, with about 30% of residents being under 18. About 18% of the population was 65 years or older. There were slightly more females than males.
See also
In Spanish: Bancroft (Idaho) para niños
