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Sandpoint, Idaho

Introduction to Sandpoint, Idaho

Sandpoint, Idaho, in Bonner county, is located 58 miles NE of Spokane, Washington (center to center) and 271 miles E of Seattle, Washington. As of the year 2000 census, 6,835 people resided in Sandpoint.

Sandpoint History

The area now covered by the City of Sandpoint was used by the Salish Tribes as a summer camping ground. David Thompson explored the area in 1807. The European and the Chinese settlers first came in the city in the 1880s. The area was originally served by the Northern Pacific Railroad. It was incorporated in 1898. Lumber was one of the major industries of the area. In fact, there were several lumber companies that operated in the city since 1896.

Sandpoint and nearby Attractions

  • Round Lake State Park
  • Bonner County Historical Museum
  • Schweitzer Mountain
  • Memorial Park Historical Museum

Things To Do In Sandpoint

Sandpoint is home to the Memorial Park Historical Museum. You can also take a look around the Bonner County Historical Museum to discover some of the area’s history. Visitors can also opt for the Montana Rockies Rail Tours while in the city. Sandpoint offers facilities for boating, skiing, hiking, and fishing. Sandpoint also hosts several events including the Bonner County Fair, Timberfest, Festival at Sandpoint, Winter Carnival, Fall Fest Outdoor Music Festival, and Schweitzer Bluegrass Festival every year.

Sandpoint Transportation

One can avail flights from Coeur D'alene Air Terminal.

Sandpoint Higher Education

North Idaho College, Gonzaga University, Eastern Washington University, and several other colleges and universities provide facilities for higher education.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)		Top 1%trophySandpoint Walking and Biking to Work
Low Violent Crime
(vs. Peers)		Top 3%trophySandpoint Low Violent Crime
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)		Top 5%trophySandpoint Well-Paid Single Women
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)		Top 9%Sandpoint Short Commute Times
College Educated Adults
(vs. State)		Top 15%Sandpoint College Educated Adults
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)		Top 18%Sandpoint Well-Paid Single Men

Comparative Profile of Sandpoint, ID

Comparing Sandpoint 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
Female Share of the Population910
Children Under 5 Years Old74
Senior Citizens67
Well-Paid Single Women610
Age of the Population57
Well-Paid Single Men49
Male Share of the Population21
Racial Diversity24

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size22
Portion of People Married21

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults69
Median Family Income48
People in Middle Class or Better36
People Above Poverty23

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work1010
Short Commute Times109
Working at Home98
Public Transportation Use58

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing109
People Living Alone910
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals910
Housing Recently Built78
Affordability of Property Taxes72
Affordability of Rents63

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime1010
Low Property Crime54

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