Explore Rupert, Idaho, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Rupert |
| State | Idaho (ID) |
| County | Minidoka County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Mountain Time (America/Boise) |
| Latitude | 42.619076 |
| Longitude | -113.677235 |
| Population | 6,082 |
| Density | 1140.5 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Code | 83350 |
| Area Code | 208 |
| County Seat | Rupert |
| School District | Minidoka County Joint School District 331 |
Rupert emerges from the expansive, arid plains of the high desert with a clarity defined by the vast, open sky. It lies 8.2 miles northeast of Burley, ID (from Burley, ID: bearing 46°T), and is situated 6.1 miles northeast of Heyburn. The B Canal cuts a deliberate path through the landscape, providing a vital artery for the surrounding agricultural expanse. To the distance, the silhouette of Antelope Hill breaks the horizon, anchoring the otherwise level terrain. The crystalline quality of the afternoon light often casts long, sharp shadows across the fields, lending the earth a textured, almost tactile depth. Further afield, the quiet waters of Lake Walcott offer a stark, reflective contrast to the dusty sagebrush that characterizes the regional basin.
Settlers arrived here to transform the rugged prairie into a productive landscape, establishing a foundation that remains deeply tied to the rhythms of the seasons. Rupert serves as a central hub for the surrounding farms, where the cultivation of potatoes and grains dictates the pace of the local economy. Processing plants and agricultural cooperatives stand as the primary engines of industry, organizing the harvest into the commodities that sustain the regional livelihood. The legacy of these early efforts endures in the well-maintained irrigation infrastructure and the persistent, industrious spirit of the workforce. Every harvest cycle reinforces a connection to the soil, ensuring that the prosperity of the region remains firmly rooted in its ability to nurture the land.
Rupert centers its social life upon the pleasant, green expanse of Rupert Square, which serves as a communal gathering point for residents throughout the year. The square acts as a focal point for seasonal celebrations and local events, where the town’s character is expressed through simple, neighborly interaction. Architecture here reflects a practical sensibility, with sturdy buildings that have weathered the decades with quiet dignity. While individuals of international renown are rarely associated with these plains, the people of Rupert maintain a self-reliant identity that values consistency and public service. The atmosphere remains one of composed tranquility, punctuated by the occasional sound of trains or the distant hum of machinery from the nearby fields.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Rupert, Idaho. Coordinates: 42.619076, -113.677235. 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 Rupert includes the ZIP code (83350), telephone area code (208), county seat of Minidoka County (Rupert), and school district assignment (Minidoka County Joint School District 331).
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. |