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City	Star
State	Idaho (ID)
County	Ada County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Mountain Time (America/Boise)

Latitude	43.702788
Longitude	-116.491025
Population	11,117
Density	560.4 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	83669
Area Code	208
County Seat	Boise
School District	Meridian Joint School District 2

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About Star, Idaho

Star is a locality in Ada County, Idaho, United States. It has a population of 11,117. The population density is 560.4 people per km². Star is located at 43.7028°N, 116.4910°W. It observes the Mountain Time (America/Boise) timezone. Star is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 83669.

Star emerges from the high desert landscape as a quiet expanse where the horizon stretches wide under a relentless, clear sky. It lies 6.4 miles east of Middleton, ID (from Middleton, ID: bearing 99°T), and is situated 7.5 miles northwest of Meridian. The land here is defined by a subtle transition from the arid plains to the more fertile soil near the Boise River, which flows just a mile away. To the north, the elevation rises toward McIntyre Hill, providing a firm boundary against the vast openness of the western terrain. Further afield, the topography dips into the rugged features of Lanktree Gulch, where the earth reveals its ancient, layered history. Evenings in Star bring a specific quality of light that turns the sagebrush into a deep, muted silver, grounding the traveler in the stillness of the Mountain West.

Star traces its roots to the agricultural pioneers who recognized the potential of this thirsty ground when irrigated by the nearby river. The economy shifted slowly from simple farming and homesteading to a more modern blend of residential growth and local commerce, though the rhythm remains tied to the cycles of the seasons. Farmers still work the fields with the same persistence as those who first broke the sod, maintaining the traditional fiber of the region. Local industries have expanded to include small-scale services and artisan trades that support the residents without disrupting the quietude of the plains. This steady, measured development ensures that Star retains its identity as a place of work and modest, intentional living.

Star cultivates a sense of communal belonging, anchored by the presence of Blake Haven Park, where residents gather to enjoy the untamed local flora. The cultural character is defined by a preference for open space and the slow, deliberate pace of life that persists despite the encroachment of modern sprawl. While many seek the recreation found at Lake Lowell, which sits twelve miles to the southwest, the daily life of the locals remains centered on the immediate connections found within their own neighborhood streets. Events held throughout the year celebrate the agricultural heritage of the region, emphasizing the values of self-reliance and neighborly kindness. It is a place where the clarity of the air encourages a certain transparency in daily interactions, keeping the spirit of the high desert present in every seasonal shift.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Hunters Creek Sport Complex (Local Recreation) — 0.1 mi, 359° N
Westpointe Park (Local Park) — 0.3 mi, 000° N
Blake Haven Park (Local Park) — 0.3 mi, 202° S
Flushing Pheasants Sculpture to honor Keith Bird. (Public Artwork) — 3.9 mi, 140° SE
Lansing Lane Access Site (State Recreation Area) — 4.3 mi, 254° W
Eagle Island State Park (State Park) — 4.4 mi, 100° E
Long-Billed Curlew Habitat Area of Critical Environmental Concern (Area of Critical Environmental Concern) — 4.6 mi, 353° N
Midland Road Access Site (State Recreation Area) — 4.8 mi, 253° W
The Haunted World (Theme Park) — 5.0 mi, 237° SW
Lakeview Golf Course (Local Recreation) — 5.3 mi, 158° S
Mill Wheel (Monument) — 6.4 mi, 272° W
Willow Creek Area of Critical Environmental Concern (Area of Critical Environmental Concern) — 7.2 mi, 013° N
Lakeview Amphitheater (Theatre) — 8.7 mi, 199° S
Julius M. Kleiner (Monument) — 9.0 mi, 127° SE
Nampa Train Depot Museum and Interpretive Center (Museum) — 9.2 mi, 202° S
Nampa Christian Field (Monument) — 9.2 mi, 211° SW
Adelaide Theatre (Theatre) — 9.4 mi, 201° S
Rosenthal Gallery of Art (Gallery) — 9.8 mi, 249° W
Orma J. Smith Museum of Natural History (Museum) — 9.9 mi, 250° W
Whittenberger Planetarium (Museum) — 9.9 mi, 250° W
Northwest Science Museum Vision Center (Museum) — 10.2 mi, 123° SE
Branson Hollow (Attraction) — 11.1 mi, 306° NW
Idaho Aquarium (Aquarium) — 12.8 mi, 122° SE
Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 13.3 mi, 199° S · 3,339 acres
Kuna History Center (Museum) — 15.1 mi, 166° S
Gallery 601 (Gallery) — 15.6 mi, 113° SE
BoDo CINEMA (Cinema) — 15.6 mi, 113° SE
Capitol Contemporary Gallery (Gallery) — 15.6 mi, 113° SE
Boise National Forest (National Forest) — 15.9 mi, 086° E · 2.6M acres
Morley Nelson Snake River Birds Of Prey National Conservation Area (National Conservation Area) — 17.9 mi, 177° S · 601k acres

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