Where is Shelley, Idaho, USA?

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Where is Shelley Located? - Shelley is a city located in the Bingham County of Idaho, United States. Shelley lies between 40.7545 Degrees North latitudes and 86.3567 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Shelley, Idaho

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Where is Shelley Located?

Shelley is a city located in the Bingham County of Idaho, United States. Shelley lies between 40.7545 Degrees North latitudes and 86.3567 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Shelley city is 4785 people and the city has a total area of 1.79 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Shelley, Idaho Quick Facts

AttributeDetails
CityShelley
CountyBingham County
StateIdaho
State CapitalBoise
US RegionWestern United States
Latitude43.3813° N
Longitude112.1236° W
Elevation4,590 ft (1,399 m)
Land Area (sq mi)1.86
Water Area (sq mi)0.00
Total Area (sq mi)1.86
Population (2020 Census)4,838
Population Density (per sq mi)2,601.1
ZIP Codes83274
Area Code208, 986
Time Zone StandardMountain Standard Time (MST), UTC−7
Time Zone DaylightMountain Daylight Time (MDT), UTC−6
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code1673970
Congressional District2nd Congressional District

Transportation and Connectivity in Shelley

Transportation FeatureDetails
Airport NameIdaho Falls Regional Airport provides commercial air service.
IATA CodeIDA
PortNone; inland location
Major HighwaysInterstate 15, U.S. Highway 91, and U.S. Highway 26
Train/Amtrak ServiceNo Amtrak station is located in Shelley. Regional rail service is available in nearby communities.
Local Bus/Transit ServiceRegional transportation services connect Shelley with nearby Idaho Falls and surrounding areas.
  • Interstate 15 runs near Shelley and connects the city with Idaho Falls, Pocatello, and communities across southeastern Idaho.
  • U.S. Highway 91 provides local and regional access through the Snake River Plain.
  • U.S. Highway 26 connects Shelley with Idaho Falls and destinations toward central Idaho.

Top Places to Visit in Shelley, Idaho

Landmark NameType
Shelley Pioneer Historical MuseumMuseum
Shelley Idaho Potato FestivalCultural Event
Snake RiverNatural Attraction
Blackfoot RiverNatural Attraction
Idaho Falls GreenbeltPark
Idaho Potato MuseumMuseum
Harriman State ParkState Park
Yellowstone National ParkNational Park
Craters of the Moon National MonumentNational Monument
Snake River GreenbeltRecreation Area

Driving Distances from Shelley, Idaho to Nearby Cities

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
Idaho FallsIdaho1015 min
BlackfootIdaho1520 min
PocatelloIdaho4545 min
RexburgIdaho4045 min
JacksonWyoming952 hr
BoiseIdaho2203 hr 15 min
Salt Lake CityUtah2003 hr
West YellowstoneMontana1152 hr
OgdenUtah1602 hr 30 min
BillingsMontana3305 hr

Colleges and Universities in Shelley, Idaho

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
College of Eastern IdahoPublicCommunity CollegeCareer training and technical programs
Idaho State UniversityPublicUniversityHealth sciences, research, and academics
Brigham Young University–IdahoPrivateUniversityUndergraduate education and professional programs
University of IdahoPublicUniversityResearch and higher education programs

Waterbodies in Shelley, Idaho

Snake River, Blackfoot River, Little Blackfoot River, Henrys Fork, Ririe Reservoir

Golf Courses in Shelley, Idaho

Idaho Falls Country Club, Pinecrest Golf Club, Blackfoot Golf Course, Teton Lakes Golf Course

Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Shelley, Idaho

Landmark NameType
Shelley Pioneer Historical MuseumMuseum
Shelley Idaho Potato FestivalCultural Event
Snake RiverNatural Attraction
Blackfoot RiverNatural Attraction
Idaho Falls GreenbeltPark
Idaho Potato MuseumMuseum
Harriman State ParkState Park
Yellowstone National ParkNational Park
Craters of the Moon National MonumentNational Monument
Snake River GreenbeltRecreation Area

Waterbodies in Shelley, Idaho

Snake River, Blackfoot River, Little Blackfoot River, Henrys Fork, Ririe Reservoir

Golf Courses in Shelley, Idaho

Idaho Falls Country Club, Pinecrest Golf Club, Blackfoot Golf Course, Teton Lakes Golf Course

Shelley, Idaho — Key Historical Facts

  • Shelley was founded in the late 19th century as settlers developed farms along the Snake River Plain.
  • The community was named after John Shelley, an early railroad official connected with the Oregon Short Line Railroad.
  • The arrival of the railroad helped Shelley grow as an agricultural shipping center.
  • Potato farming has played an important role in the local economy and regional identity.
  • Shelley hosts the annual Idaho Potato Festival, celebrating the area's agricultural heritage.

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