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The population of Idaho City is approximately 458 (2000).
The amount of land area in Idaho City is 1.182 sq. kilometers.
Idaho City elevation is 3,906 feet above sea level. The Idaho City median home price is $105,900 (2000). Idaho City miscellany. Return to Index Idaho City location: in western Idaho, on Hwy 21, 31 miles north and east of Boise. Other nearby communities include Horseshoe Bend, New Centerville and Garden Valley.
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Idaho City average annual precipitation is 24.1 inches per year. Return to Index History & History Related Items Idaho City history: Idaho City was a classic gold town. After gold was discovered in 1862 in the Boise Basin, it became home to over 30,000 people trying to strike it rich. The area was one of the largest sources of gold ever found. Many of the old buildings from this pioneer era can be seen today in Idaho City. Idaho City was a typical gold town with a rowdy atmosphere, saloons and some lawlessness. Nevertheless, it florished. Bad luck hit Idaho City with destructive fires. First, in 1865, when most buildings were destroyed. Then fires in 1867, 1868 and 1871 also consumed most of the town. Because of the great wealth in Idaho City from the gold, the town was rebuilt quickly each time it burned. When the gold began to run out and became harder to find, the crowds left as quickly as they came. Many of the old brick homes and businesses as well as the plank boardwalks remain today. The town is an excellent example of historical architecture and the atmosphere of a mid-1800's gold rush town. Here is a good history page for Idaho City. Idaho City attractions: Boise Basin Museum Return to Index
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