Pocatello, Idaho
Pocatello: The most populous city in Bannock County, Idaho. It is located on the Portneuf River in southeastern Idaho. Pocatello is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Idaho State University campus and the Pocatello Historical Society.
About
Pocatello is a city located in the county of Bannock in the U.S. state of Idaho. Its population at the 2010 census was 54,255 and a population density of 641 people per km². After 9 years in 2019 city had an estimated population of 56,637 inhabitants.
The city was created 135 years ago in 1888.
Quick Facts about Pocatello
| Population : | 56,637 (2019) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Idaho (United States) |
| County : | Bannock County |
| Postal code : | 83201 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 208 |
| Area : | 84.61 km2 |
| Altitude : | 4,462 feet / 1360 meters |
| Capital city : | Pocatello is capital of Bannock County |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1889 (135 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | Mountain Time Zone |
| Local time : | 07:28:43 (20th April 2024) |
| Density : | 669 Pop. per km² as of 2019 |
| Population growth : | 4.21% (2010-2019) |
Geography
Pocatello is located at 42°52'17"N 112°26'44"W (42.8713000, -112.4455300).
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- Official Website
Official website of Pocatello
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Pocatello has 1 neighbours.
- Chubbuck city in Bannock County, Idaho, United States
Demographics
The population of Pocatello increased by 4.21% in 9 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 54,255 | - | census |
| 2011 | 54,702 | 0.82% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 54,779 | 0.14% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 54,476 | -0.56% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 54,427 | -0.09% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 54,775 | 0.64% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 54,911 | 0.25% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 55,336 | 0.77% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 55,982 | 1.15% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 56,637 | 1.16% | estimation process |
People born in Pocatello (67)
People born in Pocatello, including musician Norman Bates, Costume Designer Edward Stevenson, politician Hamer H. Budge, .
List
- Bob Bates (American jazz bassist) he was born in 01/09/1923
- Spencer Nelson (An American-born Azerbaijani naturalized professional basketball player) he was born in 11/07/1980
- Diane Middlebrook (biographer) she was born in 16/04/1939
- Larry Barrett (American singer) he was born in 25/04/1955
- Matt Shriver (American cyclist) he was born in 26/05/1980
- Branden Steineckert (Punk drummer) he was born in 21/04/1978
- Billie Bird (actress) she was born in 28/02/1908
- Richard G. Scott (American Mormon leader) he was born in 07/11/1928
- Steven Bach (American biographer and film executive) he was born in 29/04/1938
- Steven Isham he was born in 30/11/1952
- Tom Spanbauer (American writer) he was born in 01/01/1946
- Alex Jensen (American basketball player/coach) he was born in 16/05/1976
- Brandon Molale (American actor) he was born in 24/11/1971
- Merril Hoge (Player of American football) he was born in 26/01/1965
- Dale Wilkinson (American basketball player) he was born in 18/03/1960
- Bill Salkeld (American baseball player) he was born in 08/03/1917
- Bruce Ellingsen (American baseball player) he was born in 26/04/1949
- Chick Atkinson (American football coach (1918-1962)) he was born in 16/01/1918
Schools in Pocatello
College & universities near Pocatello, ID
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 142276 | Idaho State University | Pocatello (ID) | 83209 |
| 142489 | Elevate Salon Institute-Chubbuck | Chubbuck (ID) | 83202 |
| 460808 | College of Massage Therapy | Blackfoot (ID) | 83221-1758 |
Post offices near Pocatello
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Pocatell Post Office | Pocatello (ID) | 83201 |
| Bannock Post Office | Pocatello (ID) | 83204 |
| Gateway Station Post Office | Pocatello (ID) | 83202 |
| Inkom Post Office | Inkom (ID) | 83245 |
| Pingr Post Office | Pingree (ID) | 83262 |
Other cities in Bannock County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Bannock County , ID.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Chubbuck | 15,588 | City in Bannock County, Idaho, United States |
| Inkom | 902 | City in Bannock County, Idaho, United States |
| McCammon | 831 | City in Bannock County, Idaho, United States |
| Downey | 633 | City in Bannock County, Idaho, United States |
| Lava Hot Springs | 432 | City in Bannock County, Idaho, United States |
| Arimo | 364 | City in Bannock County, Idaho, United States |
| Cambridge | 320 | City in Idaho, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Pocatello distances to largest Idaho cities
