Lemhi, ID County is a charming rural region located in the United States. With a population of 7,948 and a population density of 2 people per square mile, it’s much less dense than the national average. Businesses in Lemhi include the Lemhi County Historical Museum, the Lemhi Valley Fun Rodeo, and various restaurants like Cowboy's Chuckwagon Bar & Grill and Tom's Cafe. Outdoor activities year-round include hiking in the riverside parks, camping at Lake Creek Campground, fishing on Salmon River, and skiing at Lost Trail Ski Area. Local organizations like the Lemhi County Fair Board and 4-H Club bring residents together to celebrate their community pride with events such as fairs, rodeos, dances and parades. Sporting events like basketball tournaments are also popular with locals during winter months.
The population in Lemhi County is 7,948. There are 2 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Lemhi County is 52.8, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Lemhi County is 2.0, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Lemhi County
- 49.1% are married
- 11.6% are divorced
- 20.1% are married with children
- 10.2% have children, but are single
Race in Lemhi County
- 93.3% are White
- 0.2% are Black
- 0.2% are Asian
- 0.6% are Native American
- 0.1% claim Other
- 3.2% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.2% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander