Wendell, Idaho facts for kids
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Wendell, Idaho
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Location of Wendell in Gooding County, Idaho.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Idaho |
| County | Gooding |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.41 sq mi (3.65 km2) |
| • Land | 1.41 sq mi (3.64 km2) |
| Elevation | 3,435 ft (1,047 m) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 2,782 |
| • Density | 1,930.30/sq mi (745.08/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
83355
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| Area code(s) | 208 |
| FIPS code | 16-86320 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2412213 |
Wendell is a city located in the southern part of Gooding County, Idaho, in the United States. In 2010, about 2,782 people lived there.
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Where is Wendell Located?
Wendell is a city in Idaho. It covers an area of about 1.36 square miles (3.52 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits.
How Many People Live in Wendell?
The number of people living in Wendell has changed over the years. Here's how the population has grown:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 482 | — | |
| 1920 | 664 | 37.8% | |
| 1930 | 725 | 9.2% | |
| 1940 | 1,001 | 38.1% | |
| 1950 | 1,483 | 48.2% | |
| 1960 | 1,232 | −16.9% | |
| 1970 | 1,122 | −8.9% | |
| 1980 | 1,974 | 75.9% | |
| 1990 | 1,963 | −0.6% | |
| 2000 | 2,338 | 19.1% | |
| 2010 | 2,782 | 19.0% | |
| 2019 (est.) | 2,714 | −2.4% | |
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Population in 2010
In 2010, the city had 2,782 residents living in 978 households. About 695 of these were families. The city had about 2,045 people per square mile.
Most people in Wendell were White (74.2%). A significant number, 35.7%, were of Hispanic or Latino background.
Households and Families
About 40.7% of households in Wendell had children under 18 living with them. More than half (53.6%) were married couples. The average household had 2.83 people, and the average family had 3.37 people.
Age of Residents
The average age of people in Wendell was 31.9 years.
- 30.6% of residents were under 18 years old.
- 10.2% were between 18 and 24 years old.
- 25.5% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- 19.7% were between 45 and 64 years old.
- 14.2% were 65 years or older.
Slightly more than half of the population (51.1%) was male, and 48.9% was female.
Education in Wendell
Wendell is part of the Wendell School District 232. This district has schools for all ages:
- An elementary school for younger students.
- A middle school for students in grades 6-8.
- Wendell High School for older students.
The sports teams at Wendell High School are called the Trojans. In 2005, Wendell Middle School received the Idaho Education Award. This award recognized their great work in education.
The College of Southern Idaho is a college nearby. Gooding County is an area where students can attend this college.
Who are Some Famous People from Wendell?
Wendell has been home to some notable individuals:
- James F. Amos: He was the 35th leader of the Marine Corps, a branch of the United States military.
- Sherry Jackson: She is an actress who has appeared in many movies and TV shows.
See also
In Spanish: Wendell (Idaho) para niños
