Where is Rathdrum, Idaho, USA?

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Where is Rathdrum Located? - Rathdrum is a city located in the Kootenai County of Idaho, United States. Rathdrum lies between 39.8434 Degrees North latitudes and 86.3978 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Rathdrum, Idaho

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Where is Rathdrum Located?

Rathdrum is a city located in the Kootenai County of Idaho, United States. Rathdrum lies between 39.8434 Degrees North latitudes and 86.3978 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Rathdrum city is 9211 people and the city has a total area of 5.23 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Rathdrum, Idaho Quick Facts

AttributeDetails
CityRathdrum
CountyKootenai County
StateIdaho
State CapitalBoise
US RegionWestern United States (Pacific Northwest Region)
Latitude47.8138° N
Longitude116.8966° W
Elevation2,260 ft (689 m)
Land Area6.54 sq mi
Water Area0.00 sq mi
Total Area6.54 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)9,211
Population DensityApproximately 1,408 people per sq mi
ZIP Code83858
Area Code208
Time Zone StandardPacific Standard Time (PST, UTC−8)
Time Zone DaylightPacific Daylight Time (PDT, UTC−7)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code16-67420
Congressional DistrictIdaho's 1st Congressional District

Transportation and Connectivity in Rathdrum

CategoryDetails
Airport NameSpokane International Airport
IATA CodeGEG
PortRegional inland transportation access
Major HighwaysIdaho State Highway 41, Idaho State Highway 53, U.S. Route 95
Train/Amtrak ServiceNearest Amtrak service in Spokane, Washington
Local Bus/Transit ServiceKootenai County and regional transit connections
  • Idaho State Highway 41 – Main route connecting Rathdrum with Post Falls, Spirit Lake, and the Coeur d'Alene area.
  • Idaho State Highway 53 – Provides regional connections toward Hauser and eastern Washington.
  • U.S. Route 95 – Major north–south highway serving northern Idaho communities.
  • Spokane International Airport – Main commercial airport serving northern Idaho and eastern Washington.

Top Places to Visit in Rathdrum, Idaho

Landmark NameType
Rathdrum City ParkCommunity Park
Rathdrum MountainNatural Landmark
Rathdrum PrairieScenic Agricultural Area
Majestic ParkRecreation Area
Post FallsWaterfall and Recreation Area
Lake Coeur d'AleneLake Recreation Area
Silverwood Theme ParkAmusement Park
Farragut State ParkState Park
Coeur d'Alene National ForestForest Recreation Area
Spokane RiverRiver Recreation Area

Driving Distances from Rathdrum, Idaho to Nearby Cities

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
Coeur d'AleneIdaho1220 minutes
Post FallsIdaho1825 minutes
SpokaneWashington3545 minutes
SandpointIdaho651 hour 15 minutes
PullmanWashington1302 hours 30 minutes
MissoulaMontana1803 hours
LewistonIdaho2404 hours
BoiseIdaho4206 hours 30 minutes
SeattleWashington3305 hours 30 minutes
PortlandOregon4307 hours

Colleges and Universities Near Rathdrum, Idaho

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
North Idaho CollegePublicCommunity CollegeCareer training, transfer programs, technology, and workforce education
Lewis-Clark State CollegePublicCollegeProfessional programs, nursing, education, and liberal arts
University of IdahoPublicUniversityResearch, agriculture, engineering, and sciences
Gonzaga UniversityPrivateUniversityLaw, business, engineering, and liberal arts
Eastern Washington UniversityPublicUniversityEducation, business, health sciences, and arts
Lakeland Joint School DistrictPublicK–12 DistrictPrimary and secondary education

Waterbodies Near Rathdrum, Idaho

Rathdrum Creek, Lake Coeur d'Alene, Twin Lakes, Spirit Lake, Pend Oreille River, Spokane River, and nearby waterways of northern Idaho.

Golf Courses Near Rathdrum

Twin Lakes Village Golf Club, Prairie Falls Golf Club, The Links Golf Club, Highlands Golf Course, and Coeur d'Alene Resort Golf Course.

Rathdrum, Idaho — Key Historical Facts

  • Rathdrum was founded in the late nineteenth century and became one of the early settlements in northern Idaho.
  • The city was named after Rathdrum in County Wicklow, Ireland, by early settlers in the region.
  • Rathdrum developed as a farming, timber, and transportation community in the Rathdrum Prairie area.
  • The arrival of rail transportation helped support the city's growth and connection with nearby communities.
  • Today, Rathdrum is known for its small-town character, access to outdoor recreation, nearby lakes, and location within the growing Coeur d'Alene metropolitan area.

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