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Roberts, Idaho
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North Bassett Road in Roberts
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Location of Roberts in Jefferson County, Idaho.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Idaho |
| County | Jefferson |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.32 sq mi (0.84 km2) |
| • Land | 0.31 sq mi (0.81 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
| Elevation | 4,777 ft (1,456 m) |
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| • Total | 580 |
| • Density | 2,028.66/sq mi (784.28/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
83444
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| Area code(s) | 208 |
| FIPS code | 16-68500 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2410971 |
Roberts is a small city in Jefferson County, Idaho, in the United States. It is part of the larger Idaho Falls, Idaho area. In 2010, about 580 people lived there.
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About Roberts, Idaho
Roberts is a city located in the state of Idaho. It's found within Jefferson County, Idaho. The city is also considered part of the Idaho Falls metropolitan area. This means it's connected to the larger city of Idaho Falls.
Where is Roberts Located?
The United States Census Bureau has measured the size of Roberts. The city covers a total area of about 0.31 square miles (0.80 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 0.30 square miles (0.78 square kilometers). A very small part, about 0.01 square miles (0.03 square kilometers), is water.
People of Roberts
The number of people living in Roberts has changed over the years. Here's how the population has grown:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 192 | — | |
| 1920 | 313 | 63.0% | |
| 1930 | 297 | −5.1% | |
| 1940 | 319 | 7.4% | |
| 1950 | 341 | 6.9% | |
| 1960 | 422 | 23.8% | |
| 1970 | 393 | −6.9% | |
| 1980 | 466 | 18.6% | |
| 1990 | 557 | 19.5% | |
| 2000 | 647 | 16.2% | |
| 2010 | 580 | −10.4% | |
| 2019 (est.) | 637 | 9.8% | |
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Roberts in 2010
In 2010, the census counted 580 people living in Roberts. There were 179 households and 141 families. The city had about 1933 people per square mile (746 people per square kilometer).
Most people in Roberts were White (62.6%). A large part of the population, 52.4%, identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Many households (49.7%) had children under 18 living with them. The average household had 3.24 people. The average family had 3.76 people. The median age in the city was 28.1 years. About 34.5% of residents were under 18 years old.
Life in Roberts
Roberts has a few local businesses that serve the community. These include a general store where people can buy everyday items. There is also a café and a restaurant for dining. A gas station is available for travelers and local residents.
Education in Roberts
Children in Roberts attend schools within the Jefferson County School District 251. Roberts Elementary School is located right in the town. The city also has its own library, which is a great resource for students and families.
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