Challis city, Idaho
Official LSAD Designation: Challis city • Census GEOID: 1613780
• Custer County
Challis city is an incorporated city in Custer County, Idaho. According to official records from the Census (2025), Challis city had an estimated population of 959 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Challis city (GEOID 1613780).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Challis
Municipal
Official Title:
Utility Billing Clerk
Address:
PO BOX 587, CHALLIS ID 83226-0587
County Of Custer
County
Official Title:
Clerk
Address:
PO BOX 385, CHALLIS ID 83226-0385
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 959 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $40,750 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $176,400 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 1.97 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).