Idaho

Lewis

3,533
2020 population
1920
first census record
11
census records

About Lewis

Lewis, Idaho, first appears in the United States federal census in 1920, when it recorded a population of 5,851. At the most recent census, in 2020, its population stood at 3,533.

Its recorded population peaked at 5,851 in 1920, and has since declined by roughly 40 percent.

On the ground today, 5 documented military engagements have been recorded within the county, among them Nez Perce War — Cottonwood Fight, Battle of Clearwater – Second Day, Battle of the Clearwater (Day 1), and 3 places are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Population by decade

Census YearPopulationChart
20203,533
20103,821
20003,747
19903,516
19804,118
19703,867
19604,423
19504,208
19404,666
19305,238
19205,851
Source

Population data from the United States decennial census, U.S. Census Bureau (public domain).

Battles & engagements in Lewis

Military engagements that took place in Lewis, Idaho.

Nez Perce War — Cottonwood Fight
1877
Battle of Clearwater – Second Day
1877
Battle of the Clearwater (Day 1)
1877
Nez Perce War – Kamiah Crossing
1877
Battle of Cottonwood Creek (Nez Perce)
1877

Historic places in Lewis

National Register of Historic Places listings in Lewis, Idaho.

Bridwell, James F., House
Kamiah
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Frequently asked about Lewis

When does Lewis first appear in the US census?
Lewis, Idaho first appears in the federal census in 1920, with a recorded population of 5,851.
What is the population of Lewis?
At the most recent federal census (2020), Lewis had a recorded population of 3,533.
When did Lewis's population peak?
Lewis's recorded population peaked at 5,851 in 1920.
Were any battles fought in Lewis?
5 documented military engagements took place in Lewis, including Nez Perce War — Cottonwood Fight, Battle of Clearwater – Second Day, Battle of the Clearwater (Day 1).
How many historic places are in Lewis?
3 sites are listed on the National Register of Historic Places in Lewis, Idaho.
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