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Mountain Home, ID

Mountain Home is the largest city and county seat of Elmore County, Idaho, United States. The population was 15,979 in the 2020 census. It is the principal city of the Mountain Home Micropolitan Statistical Area, which includes Elmore County.

Mountain Home was originally a post office at Rattlesnake Station, a stagecoach stop on the Overland Stage Line, about seven miles (11 km) east of the city, on present-day US-20 towards Fairfield. With the addition of the Oregon Short Line Railroad in 1883, the post office was moved downhill and west to the city's present site. 

Mountain Home Air Force Base, an Air Combat Command installation, is located 12 miles (20 km) southwest of the city. Opened in 1943 during World War II, it was originally a bomber training base and later an operational Strategic Air Command bomber and missile base (1953–65). It switched to Tactical Air Command and fighters in January 1966, which was succeeded by Air Combat Command in 1992.

Mountain Home is located at 43°8′13″N 115°41′40″W (43.136812, -115.694474), at an elevation of 3,146 feet (959 m) above sea level. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 6.36 square miles (16.47 km²), of which 6.07 square miles (15.72 km²) is land and 0.29 square miles (0.75 km²) is water. About 8 mi (13 km) to the northwest are the Crater Rings, a National Natural Landmark. Mountain Home experiences a semi-arid climate (Köppen BSk) with short, cold winters and hot, dry summers.

At the 2020 census, there were 15,979 people, 6,081 households with 3.01 persons per household and 3,358 families in the city. The population density was 2,636.8 inhabitants per square mile (1,018.1/km²). There were 6,597 housing units at an average density of 1,088.6 per square mile (420.3/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 75.0% White, 2.6% African American, 1.2% Native American, 3.0% Asian, 0.3% Pacific Islander, 6.6% from other races, and 11.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 15.9% of the population.

There were 6,081 households, of which 29.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.9% were married couples living together, 10.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 44.8% were non-families. 33.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.31 and the average family size was 3.01.

Mountain Home focuses on health and wellness. Mountain Home's healthcare infrastructure, including St. Luke's Elmore Medical Center, ensures access to quality medical services. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the Mountain Home Parks and Recreation Department. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Peak Fitness, Mountain Home Air Force Base Fitness and Sports Center and Anytime Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Mountain Home, such as the Basque Park and Carl Miller Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Mountain Home, ID include Desert Canyon Golf Course, Family Fun Zone, Richard Aguirre Park, and Mountain Home Historical Museum. 

Population: 16,469 (2022). Elevation: 3,146 feet (959 meters). Area: 6.35 sq mi (16.45 km²). ZIP Code: 83647. Area code(s): 208.

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What is the population of Mountain Home, ID in 2024?

Mountain Home is a city located in Elmore County and Owyhee County Idaho. Mountain Home has a 2024 population of 16,921. It is also the county seat of Elmore County. Mountain Home is currently growing at a rate of 1.31% annually and its population has increased by 5.44% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 16,048 in 2020.

Is Mountain Home, ID a good place to live?

Living in Mountain Home offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Mountain Home there are a lot of parks. Many families live in Mountain Home and residents tend to be conservative.

What are winters like in Mountain Home, ID?

Throughout the year, the temperature in Mountain Home city varies between a low of 23°F and a high of 97°F. The city also experiences an annual precipitation of 12 inches and a snowfall of 41 inches. In the summer months, the hottest month of the year in Mountain Home is July, with an average high of 95°F and average low of 60°F. In the winter months, the lowest temperatures are reached in the month of December with average high of 39°F and average low of 24°F.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Mountain Home

St. Luke's Elmore Medical Center

Mountain Home Parks and Recreation Department

Peak Fitness

Mountain Home Air Force Base Fitness and Sports Center 

Anytime Fitness

Basque Park 

Carl Miller Park

Desert Canyon Golf Course

Family Fun Zone

Richard Aguirre Park

Mountain Home Historical Museum

My Perfect Weather

Niche

World Population Review

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