Payette County Map, Idaho
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Payette County, Idaho
Payette County sits in southwestern Idaho right on the Oregon border. The county’s named after Francois Payette. He was a French-Canadian fur trapper. Payette is the county seat.
The Snake River runs along the western edge. Whereas the Payette River joins the Snake in the south. Either one is popular for rafting and crucial for irrigation.
Agriculture drives the economy. Fruit orchards are common including apples, cherries, and other fruits. The county’s known for its onions too. They’re famous around here.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Payette County |
| County Seat | Payette |
| Population | 30,500 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Payette, New Plymouth, Fruitland, and other small communities |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Route 95, State Highway 52 |
| FIPS Code | 16-075 |
| Total Area | 407 square miles (land: 398 sq mi; water: 9 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties | Washington County (North), Gem County (East), Canyon County (South), Malheur County, Oregon (West) |
| Time Zone | Mountain Time Zone |
| State | Idaho |
| Coordinates | 44.07° N, 116.91° W |
| Etymology | Named after the Payette River, which itself was named in honor of French-Canadian fur trapper François Payette. |
| Major Landmarks | Payette River, Payette National Forest, and the Fruitland area with its agricultural significance |
| Website | Payette County Website |
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