Where is Rigby, Idaho, USA?

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Where is Rigby Located? - Rigby is a city located in the Jefferson County of Idaho, United States. Rigby lies between 41.4500 Degrees North latitudes and 87.4700 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Rigby, Idaho

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Where is Rigby Located?

Rigby is a city located in the Jefferson County of Idaho, United States. Rigby lies between 41.4500 Degrees North latitudes and 87.4700 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Rigby city is 5038 people and the city has a total area of 2.36 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Rigby, Idaho Quick Facts

AttributeDetails
CityRigby
CountyJefferson County
StateIdaho
State CapitalBoise
US RegionWest
Latitude43.6724° N
Longitude111.9140° W
Elevation4,856 ft (1,480 m)
Land Area2.08 sq mi
Water Area0.00 sq mi
Total Area2.08 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)4,974
Population Density2,392 per sq mi
ZIP Codes83442
Area Code208
Time Zone StandardMountain Standard Time (MST), UTC−7
Time Zone DaylightMountain Daylight Time (MDT), UTC−6
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code16-67420
Congressional DistrictIdaho's 2nd Congressional District

Transportation and Connectivity in Rigby, Idaho

Transportation TypeDetails
Airport NameIdaho Falls Regional Airport
IATA CodeIDA
PortNo major port; inland location
Major HighwaysU.S. Highway 20, U.S. Highway 26, U.S. Highway 89
Train/Amtrak ServiceNo Amtrak station in Rigby; regional rail services available through nearby communities
Local Bus/Transit ServiceRegional transportation services connect Rigby with Idaho Falls and surrounding areas
  • U.S. Highway 20: Runs east-west near Rigby and connects the city with Idaho Falls, Rexburg, and Yellowstone National Park routes.
  • U.S. Highway 26: Provides regional access across eastern Idaho communities and agricultural areas.
  • U.S. Highway 89: Connects nearby communities and provides access toward northern and southern Idaho destinations.

Top Places to Visit in Rigby, Idaho

Landmark NameType
Jefferson County LakeRecreation Area
Yellowstone Bear WorldWildlife Park
Jefferson County Historical MuseumMuseum
Snake RiverRiver and Outdoor Recreation Area
Idaho Falls River WalkPark and Scenic Area
Idaho Potato MuseumMuseum
Harriman State ParkState Park
Farnsworth TV and Pioneer MuseumHistoric Museum
Teton Dam SiteHistoric Site
Ririe ReservoirLake and Recreation Area

Driving Distances from Rigby, Idaho to Nearby Cities

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
Idaho FallsIdaho15 mi20 minutes
RexburgIdaho12 mi15 minutes
RirieIdaho12 mi15 minutes
BlackfootIdaho55 mi50 minutes
PocatelloIdaho75 mi1 hour 10 minutes
JacksonWyoming95 mi1 hour 45 minutes
West YellowstoneMontana100 mi2 hours
BoiseIdaho300 mi4 hours 30 minutes
Salt Lake CityUtah220 mi3 hours 15 minutes
OgdenUtah190 mi3 hours

Colleges and Universities Near Rigby, Idaho

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Brigham Young University–IdahoPrivateUniversityReligious education, business, science, and technology programs
College of Eastern IdahoPublicCommunity CollegeCareer training, technical education, and associate degrees
Idaho State UniversityPublicUniversityHealth sciences, research, and professional programs
University of IdahoPublicUniversityResearch, agriculture, engineering, and liberal arts
Jefferson County School District 251PublicK–12 DistrictPrimary and secondary education

Waterbodies Near Rigby, Idaho

Snake River, Jefferson County Lake, Ririe Reservoir, Henrys Fork of the Snake River, Teton River, and nearby waterways of Jefferson County.

Golf Courses Near Rigby

Jefferson Hills Golf Course, Pinecrest Golf Course, Idaho Falls Country Club, and Rexburg Municipal Golf Course.

Rigby, Idaho — Key Historical Facts

  • Rigby was founded in the late 19th century and was named after William F. Rigby, an early settler and community leader.
  • The city developed as an agricultural community supported by irrigation and farming in the Snake River Plain.
  • Rigby is recognized as the hometown of Philo Farnsworth, an inventor credited with major contributions to the development of television technology.
  • The arrival of rail transportation helped Rigby grow as a local center for agriculture and trade.
  • Rigby continues to reflect eastern Idaho’s agricultural heritage while serving as a residential community near Idaho Falls and Rexburg.
  • The nearby Teton Dam disaster in 1976 became an important historical event affecting communities across eastern Idaho.

Stadiums and Sports Facilities Near Rigby

Facility NameTypeLocation
Rigby High School Sports ComplexHigh School Sports FacilityRigby, Idaho
Eagle Rock Middle School Sports FacilitiesSchool Sports FacilityIdaho Falls, Idaho
Melaleuca FieldBaseball StadiumIdaho Falls, Idaho
Holt ArenaIndoor Sports ArenaPocatello, Idaho
Rexburg Rapids Recreation FacilitiesCommunity Recreation FacilityRexburg, Idaho

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