Rigby, Idaho

Rigby is a small city in and the county seat of Jefferson County, Idaho, United States.[4] The population was 3,945 at the 2010 census, up from 2,998 in 2000.[5]

Rigby, Idaho
City
Nickname(s): 
The Birthplace of Television
Motto(s): 
Honoring our Heritage,
Looking to the Future
Location of Rigby in Jefferson County, Idaho.
Rigby, Idaho
Location in the United States
Coordinates: 43°40′26″N 111°54′59″W
CountryUnited States
StateIdaho
CountyJefferson
Area
 • Total2.37 sq mi (6.13 km2)
 • Land2.36 sq mi (6.10 km2)
 • Water0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2)
Elevation
4,856 ft (1,480 m)
Population
 • Total3,945
 • Estimate 
(2019)[3]
4,292
 • Density1,821.73/sq mi (703.52/km2)
Time zoneUTC-7 (Mountain (MST))
 • Summer (DST)UTC-6 (MDT)
ZIP code
83442
Area code(s)208
FIPS code16-67780
GNIS feature ID0398045
Websitewww.cityofrigby.com

History

Rigby was founded by members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 1884 and incorporated in 1903. The community was named after William F. Rigby, a prominent early settler and member of the church. A significant majority of Rigby's residents, as well as those of the outlying communities, are members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Baptist, Presbyterian, and Lutheran faiths also have current local congregations.

Geography

Rigby is located at 43°40′26″N 111°54′59″W (43.673842, -111.916310),[6] at an elevation of 4,856 feet (1,480 m) above sea level.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.36 square miles (6.11 km2), of which, 2.35 square miles (6.09 km2) is land and 0.01 square miles (0.03 km2) is water.[7]

Nearby Communities

The larger "Rigby area" includes such outlying unincorporated communities as Annis, Garfield, Grant, Labelle, and Clark. Other nearby incorporated areas within Jefferson County include Menan, Roberts, Lewisville, and Ririe. Rigby is part of the Idaho Falls Metropolitan Statistical Area, and is located directly between the two larger Idaho cities of Idaho Falls and Rexburg, providing its residents with a wide variety of shopping, entertainment and cultural choices.

Demographics
Historical population
CensusPop.%±
1910555—
19201,629193.5%
19301,531−6.0%
19401,97829.2%
19501,826−7.7%
19602,28124.9%
19702,3241.9%
19802,62412.9%
19902,6812.2%
20002,99811.8%
20103,94531.6%
2019 (est.)4,292[3]8.8%
U.S. Decennial Census[8]

2010 census

As of the census[2] of 2010, there were 3,945 people, 1,328 households, and 994 families living in the city. The population density was 1,678.7 inhabitants per square mile (648.1/km2). There were 1,428 housing units at an average density of 607.7 per square mile (234.6/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 89.5% White, 0.2% African American, 0.9% Native American, 0.5% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, 6.7% from other races, and 2.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 11.8% of the population.

There were 1,328 households, of which 45.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.0% were married couples living together, 13.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 25.2% were non-families. 21.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.91 and the average family size was 3.43.

The median age in the city was 27.6 years. 34.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 10.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 28.5% were from 25 to 44; 16.5% were from 45 to 64; and 10.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.4% male and 52.6% female.

2000 census

As of the census[9] of 2000, there were 2,998 people, 1,051 households, and 789 families living in the city. The population density was 2,935.3 people per square mile (1,134.8/km2). There were 1,107 housing units at an average density of 1,083.9 per square mile (419.0/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 91.16% White, 0.43% African American, 0.87% Native American, 0.40% Asian, 0.07% Pacific Islander, 5.64% from other races, and 1.43% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 11.67% of the population.

There were 1,051 households, out of which 42.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.2% were married couples living together, 11.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 24.9% were non-families. 22.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.83 and the average family size was 3.36.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 33.7% under the age of 18, 11.4% from 18 to 24, 24.2% from 25 to 44, 17.4% from 45 to 64, and 13.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 28 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $30,192, and the median income for a family was $36,417. Males had a median income of $32,316 versus $18,269 for females. The per capita income for the city was $12,795. About 10.5% of families and 12.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.2% of those under age 18 and 10.0% of those age 65 or over.

Economy

Many Rigby citizens commute to jobs in Rexburg or Idaho Falls, and a number of residents work for the federal government or federal contractors through the Idaho National Laboratory (INL), locally called "The Site".

Education

Rigby High School is the primary high school within the city, serving grades 9–12. Jefferson High School exists as an alternative high school for high-need students. Rigby Middle School and Philo T. Farnsworth middle school serve grades 6–8. "Trojans" is the mascot for both the middle schools and Rigby High School; the team colors are maroon and gold. The community supports two middle schools, Rigby middle school and Farnsworth Middle school. The community supports Six elementary schools: Cottonwood Elementary, Midway Elementary, South Fork Elementary, Jefferson Elementary, Roberts Elementary and Harwood Elementary. There is also the Rigby Virtual Academy serving k-8 and the Early Childhood Center serving special needs aged 3–5. The schools are affiliated with the Jefferson Joint School District 251. These schools also serve residents from neighboring areas such as Menan, Lewisville, and Roberts. Rigby has a long-standing rivalry with Madison.

Rigby High School currently has 10 state titles in Boys Basketball, and in 2019 Won their first state title in football, defeating Coeur d'Alene 57-56 in double overtime. The two schools had previously played in week one of the same season, with Coeur d'Alene winning.

Notable people

See also

References
  1. "2019 U.S. Gazetteer Files". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved July 9, 2020.
  2. "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved 2012-12-18.
  3. "Population and Housing Unit Estimates". United States Census Bureau. May 24, 2020. Retrieved May 27, 2020.
  4. "Find a County". National Association of Counties. Archived from the original on May 31, 2011. Retrieved 2011-06-07.
  5. Spokesman-Review - 2010 census - Rigby, Idaho - accessed 2011-12-23
  6. "US Gazetteer files: 2010, 2000, and 1990". United States Census Bureau. 2011-02-12. Retrieved 2011-04-23.
  7. "US Gazetteer files 2010". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on January 12, 2012. Retrieved 2012-12-18.
  8. "Census of Population and Housing". Census.gov. Retrieved June 4, 2015.
  9. "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved 2008-01-31.
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