Murphy
Census-designated place in Owyhee County, Idaho
Murphy is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Owyhee County, Idaho, with 96 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 2,802 ft (854 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Melba, 11.2 miles N.
- 96residents (2020 Census)
- 2,802 ftelevation · 854 m
- 4.0 sq miland area · 10.4 km²
- 24 / sq mipopulation density
- 83641ZIP code
About Murphy
Murphy is a census-designated place in and the county seat of Owyhee County, Idaho, United States. It is among the smallest of county seats nationwide, with a population as of the 2020 census of 96. Murphy is part of the Boise City–Nampa, Idaho Metropolitan Statistical Area. Murphy is also located within the census-designated place bearing its name. Murphy is home to the Owyhee County Historical Museum and Library.
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Living in Murphy
- Median household income
- $76,116
- Median home value
- $317,900
- Median age
- 53.3
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Murphy had 96 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 96 |
|---|---|
| Density | 24 per sq mi (9 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Murphy at a glance
| State | Idaho (ID) |
|---|---|
| County | Owyhee County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 96 (2020) |
| Land area | 4.00 sq mi (10.4 km²) |
| Elevation | 2,802 ft (854 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.2121° N, 116.5485° W |
| ZIP code | 83641 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 1655720 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Murphy
- Melba11.2 mi N
- Kuna22.8 mi N
- Nampa25.7 mi N
- Marsing26.6 mi NW
- Grand View27.8 mi SE
- Meridian28.5 mi N
- Jordan Valley, OR30.3 mi SW
- Caldwell30.5 mi N
- Boise City31.0 mi NE
- Homedale33.9 mi NW
- Garden City34.0 mi N
- Star34.1 mi N
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Frequently asked questions about Murphy
What county is Murphy in?
Murphy is in Owyhee County, Idaho.
What is the population of Murphy, ID?
96 people lived in Murphy at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Murphy, ID?
The ZIP code of Murphy is 83641.
What is the elevation of Murphy?
2,802 feet (854 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Murphy?
Melba (11.2 mi), Kuna (22.8 mi), Nampa (25.7 mi), Marsing (26.6 mi), Grand View (27.8 mi).
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