Where is Eagle, Idaho, USA?

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Where is Eagle Located? - Eagle is a city located in the Ada County of Idaho, United States. Eagle lies between 41.6874 Degrees North latitudes and 85.9735 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Eagle?: The Google Map showing the location of Eagle in the U.S. state of Idaho.

Where is Eagle Located?

Eagle is a city located in the Ada County of Idaho, United States. Eagle lies between 41.6874 Degrees North latitudes and 85.9735 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Eagle city is 30346 people and the city has a total area of 30.57 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Eagle, Idaho Quick Facts

PropertyDetails
CityEagle
CountyAda County
StateIdaho
State CapitalBoise
US RegionWestern United States
Latitude43.6954°N
Longitude116.3540°W
Elevation2,490 ft (759 m)
Land Area30.57 sq mi
Water Area0.18 sq mi
Total Area30.75 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)30,346
Population DensityAbout 993 per sq mi
ZIP Code83616
Area Codes208, 986
Time Zone StandardMountain Standard Time (MST), UTC -7
Time Zone DaylightMountain Daylight Time (MDT), UTC -6
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code16-23410
Congressional DistrictIdaho's 2nd Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Eagle, Idaho

  • Meridian, Idaho - South - 8 mi
  • Garden City, Idaho - Southeast - 9 mi
  • Boise, Idaho - Southeast - 11 mi
  • Star, Idaho - West - 8 mi
  • Middleton, Idaho - West - 15 mi
  • Kuna, Idaho - South - 21 mi
  • Caldwell, Idaho - West - 24 mi
  • Nampa, Idaho - Southwest - 20 mi
  • Emmett, Idaho - Northwest - 21 mi
  • Mountain Home, Idaho - Southeast - 57 mi

Eagle, Idaho Climate and Weather Overview

MonthAvg High (°F)Avg Low (°F)Avg Rainfall (in)
January38241.4
April62381.2
July92610.3
October67420.8
Annual664212.0
Climate AttributeDetails
Climate Classification (Köppen)Cold Semi-Arid (BSk)
Annual RainfallAbout 12.0 inches
Annual Sunshine DaysApproximately 210 days
Hurricane/Tornado RiskNo hurricane risk; very low tornado risk
SnowfallAbout 18 inches annually

Driving Distances from Eagle, Idaho

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
StarIdaho812 min
MeridianIdaho815 min
Garden CityIdaho915 min
BoiseIdaho1120 min
MiddletonIdaho1522 min
NampaIdaho2028 min
EmmettIdaho2130 min
KunaIdaho2130 min
CaldwellIdaho2435 min
Mountain HomeIdaho571 hr

Transportation and Connectivity in Eagle, Idaho

TransportationDetails
Airport NameBoise Airport
IATA CodeBOI
PortNo commercial port
Major HighwaysState Highway 44, State Highway 55, Interstate 84 (nearby)
Train/Passenger RailNo passenger rail service
Local Bus/Transit ServiceValley Regional Transit (limited regional service)
  • State Highways 44 and 55 provide direct connections to Boise, Star, Emmett, and the surrounding Treasure Valley.
  • Interstate 84, located a short drive south, links Eagle with Nampa, Twin Falls, and eastern Oregon.
  • Boise Airport is approximately 15 miles southeast and offers nonstop flights to numerous destinations across the United States.
  • Valley Regional Transit provides limited regional bus service, while most residents rely on private vehicles for daily transportation.

Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Eagle, Idaho

Landmark NameType
Eagle Island State ParkState Park
Eagle Sports ComplexSports Complex
Eagle Bike ParkBicycle Park
Heritage ParkCommunity Park
Stephen C. Guerber ParkCity Park
Boise River GreenbeltScenic Trail
BanBury Golf CourseGolf Course
Firebird RacewayMotorsports Venue
World Center for Birds of PreyWildlife Conservation Center
Old Idaho PenitentiaryHistoric Site

Colleges and Universities in Eagle, Idaho

InstitutionTypeLevelNotable For
Boise State UniversityPublicUniversityEngineering, business, healthcare, and research
College of Western IdahoPublicCommunity CollegeAssociate degrees and workforce training
Northwest Nazarene UniversityPrivateUniversityLiberal arts, education, business, and nursing
Idaho State University - Meridian Health Science CenterPublicUniversityHealth sciences and graduate education
Treasure Valley Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegeCareer education and university transfer programs

Waterbodies in Eagle, Idaho

Boise River, Eagle Island Pond, Dry Creek, Hartley Gulch, Eightmile Creek, Mason Creek, New Dry Creek, Lucky Peak Reservoir.

Golf Courses in Eagle, Idaho

BanBury Golf Course, Eagle Hills Golf Course, Shadow Valley Golf Course, SpurWing Country Club, Quail Hollow Golf Course, River Birch Golf Course.

Eagle, Idaho - Key Historical Facts

  • Eagle was first settled in the 1860s and developed as a small agricultural community along the Boise River.
  • The city's name is believed to have originated from a local landmark known as Eagle Island, where bald eagles were commonly seen.
  • Early settlers built irrigation canals that transformed the surrounding land into productive farms and orchards.
  • For much of its history, Eagle remained a quiet rural community focused on agriculture and livestock production.
  • Beginning in the late 20th century, rapid residential and commercial growth made Eagle one of the fastest-growing communities in the Boise metropolitan area.
  • Today, Eagle is known for its scenic parks, outdoor recreation, upscale neighborhoods, highly rated schools, and easy access to the Boise River and Treasure Valley.

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