Carey, Idaho facts for kids
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Carey, Idaho
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Location of Carey in Blaine County, Idaho.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Idaho |
| County | Blaine |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.45 sq mi (8.94 km2) |
| • Land | 3.45 sq mi (8.94 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 4,784 ft (1,458 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 604 |
| • Density | 186.96/sq mi (72.18/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
83320
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| Area code(s) | 208, 986 |
| FIPS code | 16-12790 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2409982 |
Carey is a small city in Blaine County, Idaho, United States. In 2010, about 604 people lived there. Carey is known for its farms and is where the Blaine County Fair is held.
It's close to cool places like the Craters of the Moon National Monument, Carey Lake, and the Little Wood River. These spots are great for exploring nature and outdoor fun. Not far away is Sun Valley, a popular resort.
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History of Carey
Carey was started around 1884 by a group of people from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The community was named after James Carey, who was one of the first settlers in the area.
Where is Carey?
Carey is located in the southern part of Blaine County. It sits along the Little Wood River. To the northwest are the Snake River lava fields, which are ancient volcanic areas.
Three important U.S. highways, Route 20, Route 26, and Route 93, all pass through the city. This makes it easy to get to and from Carey.
The city covers an area of about 3.31 square miles (8.57 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Carey's Weather
Carey has a climate with big changes in temperature between seasons. Summers are warm to hot, and sometimes humid. Winters are cold, and can be very cold. This type of weather is called a humid continental climate.
People of Carey
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 701 | — | |
| 1920 | 740 | 5.6% | |
| 1930 | 600 | −18.9% | |
| 1940 | 100 | −83.3% | |
| 1950 | 100 | 0.0% | |
| 1960 | 200 | 100.0% | |
| 1970 | 300 | 50.0% | |
| 1980 | 600 | 100.0% | |
| 1990 | 600 | 0.0% | |
| 2000 | 513 | −14.5% | |
| 2010 | 604 | 17.7% | |
| 2019 (est.) | 645 | 6.8% | |
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Carey in 2010
In 2010, there were 604 people living in Carey. These people made up 196 households and 156 families. The city had about 182 people per square mile.
Most people in Carey were White (88.9%). About 12.1% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Many households (48%) had children under 18 living with them. Most families (70.4%) were married couples. The average household had about 3 people, and the average family had about 3.5 people.
The average age of people in Carey was 33.4 years old. A large part of the population (36.4%) was under 18. About 10.4% of residents were 65 years or older.
Schools in Carey
The Blaine County School District manages all the schools in the county. In Carey, there is a school called Carey School. It teaches students from kindergarten all the way through 12th grade.
The area is also served by the College of Southern Idaho. This college provides higher education opportunities for students.
Carey also has its own library, the Little Wood River District Library. It is located right next to the Carey School.
Fun Events in Carey
One of the biggest events in Carey is the Blaine County Fair. This is an annual event that brings the community together. It usually happens in August and features many fun activities for everyone.
See also
In Spanish: Carey (Idaho) para niños
