Explore Rigby, Idaho, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Rigby |
| State | Idaho (ID) |
| County | Jefferson County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Mountain Time (America/Boise) |
| Latitude | 43.672412 |
| Longitude | -111.914968 |
| Population | 5,038 |
| Density | 804.5 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Code | 83442 |
| Area Code | 208 |
| County Seat | Rigby |
| School District | Jefferson County Joint School District 251 |
Rigby stands as a steady presence upon the broad, expansive plains of the high desert, where the sky often pulls tight against the horizon. It lies 12.3 miles south-southwest of Rexburg, ID (from Rexburg, ID: bearing 211°T), and is situated 15.4 miles north-northeast of Idaho Falls. The land surrounding Rigby stretches out in quiet, fertile patterns, marked by the persistent flow of the nearby Burgess Canal. On clear afternoons, the distant silhouette of Little Grassy Ridge provides a jagged contrast to the flat, agricultural horizon. While the region remains largely arid, the presence of Butte Slough eight miles away offers a subtle shift in the otherwise consistent expanse of earth. The air here holds a crisp, dry quality that makes the transitions of light—from the harsh glare of noon to the long, violet shadows of dusk—feel exceptionally sharp and deliberate.
Rigby emerged from the ambition of early settlers who recognized the potential in the soil for sustained agricultural production. The local economy remains deeply rooted in these traditional industries, with potato farming serving as the primary pulse of the regional commerce. Hard-working fields define the perimeter of the area, reflecting a history of labor that has shaped the community’s identity for generations. Modern enterprise has since diversified, yet the rhythm of the harvest still dictates the seasonal tempo of life in Rigby. Small businesses and local trade centers keep the economy grounded, favoring a practical approach that values reliability and long-term stability over rapid, ephemeral growth.
Cultural life in Rigby centers on the shared experiences of its residents, often gathering for seasonal celebrations and community events held at the central City Park. The atmosphere is defined by a sense of neighborly consistency, where the pace of daily affairs moves with the deliberate speed of the changing seasons. Notable individuals with roots in the area, such as the inventor Philo Farnsworth, brought a legacy of technical ingenuity to the region, linking the quiet plains to the broader history of global innovation. Landmarks are modest and functional, serving as gathering points rather than monuments, and they reinforce the character of a place that prefers substance over spectacle. Residents often find common ground during local gatherings, where the focus remains on the strength of the community and the continuity of the local way of life.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Rigby, Idaho. Coordinates: 43.672412, -111.914968. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Rigby includes the ZIP code (83442), telephone area code (208), county seat of Jefferson County (Rigby), and school district assignment (Jefferson County Joint School District 251).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |