Weston, Idaho facts for kids
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Weston, Idaho
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Location of Weston in Franklin County, Idaho.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Idaho |
| County | Franklin |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.90 sq mi (4.93 km2) |
| • Land | 1.90 sq mi (4.92 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 4,741 ft (1,445 m) |
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| • Total | 511 |
| • Density | 247.37/sq mi (95.50/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
83286
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| Area code(s) | 208 |
| FIPS code | 16-87040 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2412240 |
Weston is a small city in Franklin County, Idaho, United States. In 2020, about 511 people lived there.
Weston is part of the larger Logan region, which includes parts of Utah and Idaho. People first settled in Weston in 1865. The city got its name because it is located on the west bank of the Bear River.
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Where is Weston Located?
Weston is located in the state of Idaho. It is in the southern part of Franklin County.
According to the United States Census Bureau, Weston covers about 1.98 square miles (5.13 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. Only a very small part is water.
How Many People Live in Weston?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 308 | — | |
| 1920 | 452 | 46.8% | |
| 1930 | 429 | −5.1% | |
| 1940 | 439 | 2.3% | |
| 1950 | 382 | −13.0% | |
| 1960 | 284 | −25.7% | |
| 1970 | 230 | −19.0% | |
| 1980 | 310 | 34.8% | |
| 1990 | 390 | 25.8% | |
| 2000 | 425 | 9.0% | |
| 2010 | 437 | 2.8% | |
| 2020 | 511 | 16.9% | |
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Weston's Population in 2010
In 2010, there were 437 people living in Weston. These people lived in 139 different homes. Most of these homes (112) were families.
The city had about 221 people per square mile. Most people in Weston (98.4%) were White. A small number (0.5%) were African American. About 1.1% were from two or more racial backgrounds. Less than 1% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Many homes (45.3%) had children under 18 living there. Most homes (74.1%) were married couples. The average home had about 3 people. The average family had about 3.6 people.
The average age of people in Weston was 29 years old. About 37% of residents were under 18. About 9% were 65 years or older. The number of males and females in the city was almost equal.
Famous People from Weston
Weston has been home to a few notable people:
- Glenn Beck: He is a well-known American political commentator. He also hosts a radio show.
- Parley Parker Christensen: He was a member of the Los Angeles City Council.
- Ray D. Free: He was a general in the U.S. Army Reserve. He also served in the Utah House of Representatives.
- Harold B. Lee: He was an educator and a religious leader. He lived from 1899 to 1973.
See also
In Spanish: Weston (Idaho) para niños
