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Grace, Idaho
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Location of Grace in Caribou County, Idaho.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Idaho |
| County | Caribou |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.96 sq mi (2.48 km2) |
| • Land | 0.96 sq mi (2.48 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 5,535 ft (1,687 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 915 |
| • Density | 975.99/sq mi (376.82/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
83241
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| Area code(s) | 208 |
| FIPS code | 16-32500 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2410626 |
Grace is a small city located in Caribou County, Idaho, in the United States. In 2020, about 920 people lived there.
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History of Grace
The land where Grace now stands was once home to the Shoshone Native American people. The famous Oregon Trail, a path used by pioneers heading west, passed very close to Grace. The town of Grace itself was officially started in 1894 when it got its own post office.
Unlike some other towns nearby, Grace was not first settled by Mormon pioneers. However, over time, it became a town where many members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints live. The economy in Grace has always been focused on farming. Important crops and activities include potatoes, alfalfa, grain, dairy farming, and ranching.
Geography and Climate
Where Grace is Located
Grace is a city in Idaho. It covers an area of about 0.99 square miles (2.48 square kilometers), and all of this area is land.
The city is one of the northernmost towns along the Wasatch Range, a long mountain range. It is also very close to a large fault line that helps define these mountains. Grace is found in the middle of an area called Gem Valley.
Valley Formation
The valley floor around Grace is very flat. This is different from the mountains nearby. This flatness was caused by volcanic activity about 30,000 years ago. A large lava flow from these volcanoes changed the path of the Bear River. Before this, the river flowed towards the Pacific Ocean. After the lava flow, it started flowing into the Great Basin. This change helped create a huge ancient lake called Lake Bonneville. The Great Salt Lake we see today is what's left of Lake Bonneville.
Lake Bonneville reached its farthest point north about four miles (6 km) southwest of Grace. The Bear River now flows north and west of Grace and ends in the Great Salt Lake.
Nearby Towns and Attractions
Grace has several neighboring towns. To the northeast is Soda Springs. To the northwest is Bancroft. To the south is Preston.
A popular place for tourists and recreation, Lava Hot Springs, is about 20 miles (32 km) away. If you need to fly, the closest major airport is in Salt Lake City, Utah, which is about 175 miles (282 km) south of Grace.
Grace's Climate
Grace has a type of climate called a humid continental climate. This means it has big differences in temperature throughout the year. Summers are warm to hot, and sometimes humid. Winters are cold, and can be very cold.
Population Information
Grace has seen its population change over the years. Here's how many people have lived there:
- 1930: 626 people
- 1940: 701 people
- 1950: 761 people
- 1960: 725 people
- 1970: 826 people
- 1980: 1,216 people
- 1990: 973 people
- 2000: 990 people
- 2010: 915 people
- 2019 (estimate): 935 people
In 2010, there were 915 people living in Grace. The city had 366 households, and 266 of these were families. About 33.6% of households had children under 18 living with them. The average age of people in Grace was 38.9 years old.
Arts and Culture
Grace is home to the annual Caribou County Fair and Rodeo. This event brings people together for fun and celebration.
Education in Grace
Grace is part of the Grace Joint School District #148. There are three schools in the city:
- Black Canyon Elementary School
- Grace Junior High School
- Grace High School
Famous People from Grace
Some notable people have connections to Grace:
- Kerry Christensen - A famous yodeler.
- Marc Gibbs - A former member of the Idaho House of Representatives, who lives in Grace.
- Phil Johnson - A basketball player and coach for both college and NBA teams.
- Junior Van Noy - A recipient of the Medal of Honor, a very brave award.
