Pocatello, Idaho

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Pocatello, Idaho

Name

Pocatello, Idaho

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Obec / Město

Summary

Pocatello serves as the county seat of Bannock County and is the largest city in the area, with a portion extending into the Fort Hall Indian Reservation. Named after Shoshone leader Chief Pocatello, the city historically functioned as a key transportation hub along the Oregon Trail and later the Union Pacific Railroad. Idaho State University and major manufacturing facilities contribute to Pocatello's modern economy.

Statistics

Area

86.40 km²

Population

56,320

Location