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Hayden, Idaho

Introduction to Hayden, Idaho

Hayden, Idaho, in Kootenai county, is located 30 miles E of Spokane, Washington (center to center) and 258 miles E of Seattle, Washington. The city has a population of approximately 9,159.

Hayden History

Hayden city was originally named as Hayden village, and was incorporated as Hayden City in 1955. Hayden Lake was the location for a neo - Nazi compound, which was the white supremacist group of the genocidal Aryan Nations. The area included 20 acres of land. Hayden City is often confused with this location.

Hayden and nearby Attractions

  • Museum of North Idaho
  • Old Mission State Park
  • Farragut State Park
  • Silverwood Theme Park
  • Mount Spokane State Park

Things To Do In Hayden

If you are interested in the area's history and enjoy visiting museums, the Museum of North Idaho is an ideal place for visitors to spend the leisure hours. The Old Mission State Park and the Farragut State Park are also worth taking a look around as well. Tourists can also plan a trip to the Silverwood Theme Park and the Mount Spokane State Park. In addition, Hayden hosts a number of recreational events and programs all through the year.

Hayden Transportation

Air transportation is available from Coeur D'Alene Air Terminal.

Hayden Higher Education

Higher educational facilities are offered by North Idaho College, Gonzaga University, Spokane Community College, and Spokane Falls Community College.

High Points

Hayden strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Idaho):

CategoryTrophy
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. State)
Top 12%Hayden People in Middle Class or Better
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. State)
Top 19%Hayden Low Rate of Poverty

Comparative Profile of Hayden, ID

Comparing Hayden to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Idaho (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Children Under 5 Years Old75
Male Share of the Population73
Senior Citizens56
Age of the Population46
Female Share of the Population48
Well-Paid Single Men37
Well-Paid Single Women38
Racial Diversity35

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married87
Average Household Size75

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty59
College Educated Adults59
People in Middle Class or Better59
Median Family Income48

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Working at Home98
Short Commute Times86
Walking and Biking to Work76
Public Transportation Use24

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built1010
Seasonal and Vacation Housing85
Affordability of Property Taxes62
Affordability of Rents41
People Living Alone34
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals23

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