Culdesac, Idaho facts for kids
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Culdesac, Idaho
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Location of Culdesac in Nez Perce County, Idaho.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Idaho |
| County | Nez Perce |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.22 sq mi (0.58 km2) |
| • Land | 0.22 sq mi (0.58 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,644 ft (501 m) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 380 |
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(2019)
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383 |
| • Density | 1,717.49/sq mi (663.98/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
83524
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| Area code(s) | 208, 986 |
| FIPS code | 16-19900 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0396352 |
Culdesac is a small city located in Nez Perce County, Idaho, in the United States. In 2010, about 380 people lived there. It's part of the larger Lewiston area, which includes parts of Idaho and Washington. Culdesac is about 20 miles southeast of Lewiston and much further, about 255 miles, north of Boise.
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A Look Back: The History of Culdesac
How Culdesac Got Its Name
The city of Culdesac got its name because of its special location. It was at the very end of a railroad line. The term "cul de sac" means a street or passage that is closed at one end. This name perfectly described the town's position.
Exploring Culdesac: Geography and Location
Where is Culdesac Located?
Culdesac is found at specific geographic coordinates: 46.374883 degrees North and 116.670333 degrees West. This location is about 1,644 feet (or 501 meters) above sea level. Being above sea level means it's higher up than the ocean.
How Big is Culdesac?
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers a total area of about 0.23 square miles (which is about 0.58 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits.
Who Lives in Culdesac? Population Facts
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Culdesac has changed quite a bit over the years. Here's a quick look at how the population has grown and shrunk:
- 1910: 436 people
- 1920: 397 people
- 1930: 287 people
- 1940: 219 people
- 1950: 175 people
- 1960: 209 people
- 1970: 211 people
- 1980: 261 people
- 1990: 280 people
- 2000: 378 people
- 2010: 380 people
- 2019 (estimated): 383 people
A Closer Look: The 2010 Census
In 2010, the census counted 380 people living in Culdesac. These people lived in 156 different homes. Out of these homes, 106 were families.
Most of the people living in Culdesac were White (83.4%). A smaller group, 15.8%, were Native American. A very small number of people were from other backgrounds. About 5.3% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Households and Families
- About 32.7% of homes had children under 18 living there.
- Many homes (43.6%) were married couples living together.
- Some homes (14.7%) had a female head of household without a husband.
- A few homes (9.6%) had a male head of household without a wife.
- About 32.1% of homes were not families, meaning they might be single people or roommates.
- About 25% of homes had only one person living in them.
- About 11.5% of homes had one person aged 65 or older.
The average number of people in a household was 2.44. For families, the average was 2.85 people.
Age and Gender in Culdesac
The average age of people in Culdesac in 2010 was 41 years old.
- About 22.9% of residents were under 18 years old.
- About 8.2% were between 18 and 24 years old.
- About 23.2% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- About 30% were between 45 and 64 years old.
- About 15.8% were 65 years or older.
The city had an equal number of males and females, with 50% male and 50% female residents.
