Midvale, Idaho facts for kids
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Midvale, Idaho
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Location of Midvale in Washington County, Idaho.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Idaho |
| County | Washington |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.64 sq mi (6.84 km2) |
| • Land | 2.57 sq mi (6.66 km2) |
| • Water | 0.07 sq mi (0.18 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,543 ft (775 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 193 |
| • Density | 75.1/sq mi (29.0/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
83645
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| Area code(s) | 208 |
| FIPS code | 16-52750 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2411098 |
Midvale is a small city in Washington County, Idaho, in the United States. It is located in a valley that was once called Middle Valley, which is how the city got its name.
In 2010, about 171 people lived in Midvale. By 2020, the population had grown slightly to 193 people.
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History of Midvale
The first people settled in the Midvale area in 1868. A few years later, in 1876, a post office and a school were started. This helped the community grow.
Important things happened in the 1880s and 1890s. In 1884, people built the Middle Valley Ditch to help with farming. A year later, in 1885, the first store opened, making it easier for people to buy supplies. In 1898, the P&IN Rail Road came through, which helped connect Midvale to other places.
For a long time, from 1870 to 1900, raising animals like cattle was the main business. Today, Midvale supports many different types of farms in the area.
Geography of Midvale
Midvale covers a total area of about 2.87 square miles (7.43 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 2.79 square miles (7.23 square kilometers). A small part, about 0.08 square miles (0.21 square kilometers), is water.
Highways in Midvale
The main highway that goes through Midvale is US 95. This highway runs north and south through Idaho.
Population Over Time
The number of people living in Midvale has changed over the years. Here's a look at the population from 1920 to 2020:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 278 | — | |
| 1930 | 203 | −27.0% | |
| 1940 | 262 | 29.1% | |
| 1950 | 231 | −11.8% | |
| 1960 | 211 | −8.7% | |
| 1970 | 176 | −16.6% | |
| 1980 | 205 | 16.5% | |
| 1990 | 110 | −46.3% | |
| 2000 | 176 | 60.0% | |
| 2010 | 171 | −2.8% | |
| 2020 | 193 | 12.9% | |
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In 2010, there were 171 people living in Midvale. Most of the people were White (94.2%). Some residents were Native American (4.1%), and a small number were from other backgrounds. About 5.8% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Education in Midvale
Students in Midvale attend schools in the Midvale School District 433. For higher education, Washington County is near the College of Western Idaho. This college has its main campus in Nampa.
Famous People from Midvale
- Judy Boyle, who served as an Idaho State Representative.
- Larry Craig, who was a U.S. Senator for Idaho.
See also
In Spanish: Midvale (Idaho) para niños
