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Rathdrum, ID

Rathdrum is a city in Kootenai County, Idaho, United States. The population was 6,826 at the 2010 census, up from 4,816 in 2000. It is part of the Coeur d'Alene Metropolitan Statistical Area, which includes the entire county. It is named after Rathdrum, a village in County Wicklow, Ireland.

Rathdrum is located on the Rathdrum Prairie at 47°48′30″N 116°53′33″W (47.808457, -116.892415), at an elevation of 2,211 feet (674 m) above sea level. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.95 square miles (12.82 km²), all land. Rathdrum is situated at the base of Rathdrum Mountain, which is part of the Selkirk Mountain Range.

In the 1800s the town was initially called Westwood in honor of one of the founders of the town, a Pony Express rider and rancher, Charles Wesley Wood, also known as "Wes." But in 1881 the postmaster in the town was informed by the federal government that the town would need to change its name since it was already taken by another town in the territory. A local businessman, Michael M. Cowley, recommended the name "Rathdrum" from County Wicklow in Ireland, his place of birth.

Near the end of the 19th century, the Northern Pacific Railway built its line westwards to Spokane and Rathdrum started to grow slowly. Until today, Rathdrum remains on the only regular railway line in Idaho, now owned by BNSF Railway; the Empire Builder of Amtrak travels through Rathdrum without stopping there.

As of the census of 2010, there were 6,826 people, 2,427 households, and 1,852 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,380.38 inhabitants per square mile (532.97/km²). There were 2,561 housing units at an average density of 517.90 per square mile (199.96/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 95.0% White, 0.2% African American, 1.1% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.8% from other races, and 2.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.6% of the population.

There were 2,427 households, of which 42.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.4% were married couples living together, 13.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.7% were non-families. 18.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.81 and the average family size was 3.17.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 16.7% under the age of 20, 57.4% from 20 to 64, and 8.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 32.3 years. Females represented the majority of the population at 51.6%, with males in the minority at 48.4%.

Rathdrum is also home to healthcare facilities that ensure residents have access to quality health and wellness services. Kootenai Health, located in nearby Coeur d'Alene, serves as a regional medical center, offering a comprehensive range of healthcare services to the community. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Rathdrum Fitness, PEAK Health & Wellness Center and Precision Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Rathdrum, such as the Thayer Park and Rathdrum Mountain Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Rathdrum, ID include Majestic Park, Twin Lakes Village Golf Club, and Rathdrum City Park.

Population: 10,651 (2022). Elevation: 2,211 ft (674 m). Area: 5.71 sq mi (14.80 km²). ZIP Code: 83858. Area code: 208.

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How safe is Rathdrum, ID?

According to NeighborhoodScout's analysis of FBI crime statistics, Rathdrum is safer than 71% of the cities and towns in the US of all population sizes. In Idaho, only on the order of 40% of the communities have a lower crime rate than Rathdrum. If you live in Rathdrum, your chance of becoming a victim of crime in the community is 1 in 181. The US average across communities from the largest to the smallest is 1 in 43.

Is Rathdrum, ID a good place to live?

Living in Rathdrum offers residents a suburban rural mix feel and most residents own their homes. Many families live in Rathdrum and residents tend to be conservative. The public schools in Rathdrum are above average.

How did Rathdrum, ID get its name?

Fredrick Post's son-in-law, Charles Wesley Wood, gave the town its first name of Westwood. In 1881 when the postmaster applied for a post office, the U.S. Government would not accept the name. M. M. Crowley gave Postmaster Zach Lewis a list of potential names. Lewis chose Rathdrum, which was Crowley's native home in Ireland. In 1881 Rathdrum became the first organized county seat of Kootenai County and remained so until the county seat was moved to Coeur d'Alene in 1908.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Rathdrum

Kootenai Health

Rathdrum Fitness

PEAK Health & Wellness Center 

Precision Fitness

Thayer Park 

Rathdrum Mountain Trail

Majestic Park

Twin Lakes Village Golf Club

Rathdrum City Park

Neighborhoodscout

Niche

Kootenai County

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