Heyburn, Idaho facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Heyburn, Idaho
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Looking south from Heyburn toward the Albion Mountains
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"Where people are important"
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Location in Minidoka County, Idaho
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| Country | United States |
| State | Idaho |
| County | Minidoka |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.66 sq mi (6.88 km2) |
| • Land | 2.61 sq mi (6.76 km2) |
| • Water | 0.04 sq mi (0.11 km2) |
| Elevation | 4,154 ft (1,266 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 3,700 |
| • Density | 1,416.5/sq mi (546.9/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
83336
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| Area code(s) | 208, 986 |
| FIPS code | 16-37360 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2410753 |
Heyburn is a city located in Minidoka County, Idaho, in the United States. In 2020, about 3,700 people lived there. This was an increase from 3,089 people in 2010. Heyburn is part of the larger Burley area.
The city was named after Weldon B. Heyburn. He was a U.S. senator who represented Idaho in the United States Senate from 1903 to 1912.
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Discovering Heyburn's Location
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Heyburn is found on the southern edge of Minidoka County. The Snake River forms its southern border. This river also marks the line for Cassia County. The city of Burley is right next to Heyburn, to its south and west.
Major roads help people travel to and from Heyburn. Interstate 84 runs through the northern part of the city. You can get on or off at Exits 208 and 211. This interstate goes west to Twin Falls and southeast to Ogden, Utah. U.S. Route 30 also passes through Heyburn. Idaho State Highway 27 connects Heyburn to nearby towns like Burley and Paul.
The United States Census Bureau says that Heyburn covers about 2.7 square miles (6.88 square kilometers). A small part of this area, about 0.04 square miles (0.11 square kilometers), is water.
Heyburn's Growing Population
Heyburn has seen its population grow over the years. In 1920, only 292 people lived there. By 1950, the population had reached 539. The city continued to grow, reaching 1,637 people in 1970. In 2010, there were 3,089 residents. The most recent count in 2020 showed 3,700 people living in Heyburn.
The people living in Heyburn come from different backgrounds. Many residents identify as White. A significant number of people are also of Hispanic or Latino heritage. The city is home to families with children and people of all ages.
Heyburn's Local Economy
Heyburn's economy is closely linked to the nearby cities of Burley and Twin Falls. A big part of the local economy involves farming and distributing food.
Heyburn is home to some important businesses:
- A potato processing plant called Gem State Processing.
- Double L, a company that makes equipment for harvesting crops.
- Packaging Corporation of America, which provides packaging services to many businesses.
These companies help create jobs and support the local community.
Learning in Heyburn: Schools
Students in Heyburn attend schools that are part of the Minidoka County Schools system. This system provides education for children from elementary school through high school.
Here are some of the schools that serve Heyburn:
- Heyburn Elementary School (located in Heyburn)
- West Minico Middle School (located in Minidoka County, outside the city limits)
- Minico High School (located in Minidoka County, outside the city limits)
- Mt. Harrison High School (located in Heyburn, this is an alternative high school for grades 9-12)
These schools help students learn and grow within the community.
Images for kids
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Looking south from Heyburn toward the Albion Mountains
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Location in Minidoka County, Idaho
See also
In Spanish: Heyburn (Idaho) para niños
