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Boyds, Washington
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 Boyds, Washington
Location in Washington (state)
Boyds, Washington
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| County | Ferry |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.19 sq mi (0.50 km2) |
| • Land | 0.19 sq mi (0.50 km2) |
| • Water | 0 sq mi (0.0 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,352 ft (412 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 34 |
| • Density | 175/sq mi (67.5/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| Area code(s) | 509 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1516912 |
| FIPS code | 53-07485 |
Boyds is a small, unincorporated community located in Ferry County, Washington, in the United States. An unincorporated community means it's a place with a shared identity but no local government of its own. It's also known as a census-designated place (CDP), which is an area the U.S. Census Bureau defines for gathering population data.
Where is Boyds Located?
Boyds is found along U.S. Route 395, a major highway. It sits at the northern end of the Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area. This area is on the west side of the Kettle River. The Kettle River forms a natural border with Stevens County.
Nearby Towns and Cities
- The community of Barstow is about 4 miles (6.4 km) north of Boyds.
- The city of Kettle Falls is about 10 miles (16 km) south of Boyds, also along US 395.
Population and History
According to the 2010 United States Census, Boyds had a population of 34 people. This shows it's a very small community. Boyds used to have its own ZIP code, 99107, which is a special code for mail delivery.
