Crouch, Idaho facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Crouch, Idaho
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Location of Crouch in Boise County, Idaho.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Idaho |
| County | Boise |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.38 sq mi (0.98 km2) |
| • Land | 0.36 sq mi (0.93 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.05 km2) |
| Elevation | 3,114 ft (949 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 162 |
| • Density | 508.33/sq mi (196.15/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
83622
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| Area code(s) | 208, 986 |
| FIPS code | 16-19720 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2410268 |
Crouch is a small city in Boise County, Idaho, in the United States. In 2010, about 162 people lived there. It is part of the larger Boise City area.
Crouch has many businesses for both visitors and people who live there. You can find a small grocery store, a hardware store, and a few restaurants. There is also The Starlight Mountain Theater, which is a fun place to visit.
The city was started in 1934. It officially became a city in 1951. This helped the community grow and offer more services to its residents. Around 2018, a road called the Banks/Lowman road 2512A, also known as the "Wildlife Canyon Scenic Byway," was improved. It became a modern paved road. This road now helps tourists, rafters, and other travelers move easily through the middle Idaho region.
Where is Crouch?
Crouch is located in Boise County, Idaho. The city covers a total area of about 0.44 square miles (1.14 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
How Many People Live in Crouch?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1960 | 89 | — | |
| 1970 | 71 | −20.2% | |
| 1980 | 69 | −2.8% | |
| 1990 | 75 | 8.7% | |
| 2000 | 154 | 105.3% | |
| 2010 | 162 | 5.2% | |
| 2019 (est.) | 183 | 13.0% | |
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In 2010, the census showed that 162 people lived in Crouch. These people lived in 74 different homes. About 43 of these homes were families. The city had about 385.7 people per square mile.
Most of the people living in Crouch were White (96.9%). A small number were Native American or Asian. Some people were from two or more races. About 1.9% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Crouch was about 48.8 years old. About 21.6% of residents were under 18 years old. Many residents (37%) were between 45 and 64 years old.
What is the Climate Like?
Crouch has a humid continental climate. This means the weather changes a lot with the seasons. Summers are usually warm to hot, and sometimes humid. Winters are cold, and can sometimes be very cold. This type of climate is often called "Dfb" on climate maps.
See also
In Spanish: Crouch (Idaho) para niños
