Worley, Idaho facts for kids
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Worley, Idaho
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The Coeur d’Alene Casino
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Location of Worley in Kootenai County, Idaho.
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 Worley, Idaho
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Idaho |
| County | Kootenai |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.19 sq mi (0.50 km2) |
| • Land | 0.19 sq mi (0.50 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,644 ft (806 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 257 |
| • Density | 1,350.52/sq mi (521.41/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
83876
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| Area code(s) | 208 |
| FIPS code | 16-88480 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2412309 |
Worley is a small city located in southwestern Kootenai County, Idaho, in the United States. In 2010, about 257 people lived there. This was a bit more than the 223 people who lived there in 2000. Worley is part of the Coeur d'Alene Indian Reservation.
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Worley's Location and Nature
Worley is a small city, covering about 0.19 square miles (0.50 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Surrounding Nature
South of Worley, you'll find gentle hills covered with evergreen trees. Many animals live here all year round. These include deer, elk, wild turkeys, and black bears. North of Worley, there are 17 acres of community gardens. These gardens are managed by the local tribe.
Worley's Population Over Time
The number of people living in Worley has changed over the years. Here's a look at the population counts from different U.S. Censuses:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1930 | 199 | — | |
| 1940 | 241 | 21.1% | |
| 1950 | 233 | −3.3% | |
| 1960 | 241 | 3.4% | |
| 1970 | 235 | −2.5% | |
| 1980 | 206 | −12.3% | |
| 1990 | 182 | −11.7% | |
| 2000 | 223 | 22.5% | |
| 2010 | 257 | 15.2% | |
| 2019 (est.) | 262 | 1.9% | |
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Worley's Population in 2010
In 2010, the census showed that 257 people lived in Worley. These people lived in 104 households, and 57 of these were families. The city had about 1352 people per square mile. There were also 116 housing units, which means places where people could live.
Diversity in Worley
The people living in Worley come from different backgrounds. In 2010:
- 56.0% were White.
- 0.8% were African American.
- 28.0% were Native American.
- 1.6% were from other racial groups.
- 13.6% were from two or more racial groups.
- About 5.8% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Households and Age
Out of the 104 households:
- 27.9% had children under 18 living with them.
- 36.5% were married couples living together.
- Some households had a single parent, either a mother or a father.
- 34.6% of households had only one person living there.
- About 10.5% of households had someone aged 65 or older living alone.
The average age of people in Worley was about 37.3 years.
- 26.1% of residents were under 18 years old.
- 10.9% were between 18 and 24 years old.
- 24.1% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- 25.3% were between 45 and 64 years old.
- 13.6% were 65 years or older.
Slightly more than half of the population (52.1%) was male, and 47.9% was female.
Community Services and Fun in Worley
Worley offers several services and activities for its residents.
Education for Kids
Children in Worley can go to school from preschool all the way through 12th grade in Plummer, Idaho. They can also attend the Tribal School in Desmet, Idaho. Free bus service is available through Citylink to help students get to school.
Health and Transportation
The Coeur d'Alene Nation provides health care services for the community. There is also a regular free bus service called Citylink. This bus service takes people from Worley to Spokane, Coeur d'Alene, and other rural areas on the reservation every day.
Fireworks Fun
Worley is well-known for its many fireworks stands. People can buy fireworks here and use them in special areas set aside for lighting them off safely.
