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Nampa, Idaho

Located in Canyon County, Idaho, Nampa was established in 1886. Nampa is Idaho's third-largest city and the most affordable Boise metro community. The name comes from a Shoshone word meaning 'footprint.'.
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Founded 1886 | Population 108,700 | Peak 108,700 (2024) | County Canyon County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Nampa, Idaho

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1886Railroad Town: Oregon Short Line Railroad creates town.
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1908Sugar Beet Industry: Amalgamated Sugar Company drives economy.
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1942Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Nampa's identity and economy.
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2000Boise Metro Growth: Affordable alternative to Boise.
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2020Population Surge: Remote work migration boosts growth.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1886 Transport
Railroad Town
1908 Industry
Sugar Beet Industry
1942 Government
Military Presence
2000 Business
Boise Metro Growth
2020 Business
Population Surge

Did You Know?

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Nampa is Idaho's third-largest city and the most affordable Boise metro community.
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The name comes from a Shoshone word meaning 'footprint.'.
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Canyon County where Nampa sits is one of Idaho's fastest-growing counties.
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Nampa was founded in 1886.
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Nampa has a population of approximately 108,700.
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