American FallsIdaho
American Falls is a city in and the county seat of Power County, Idaho, United States. The population was 4,568 at the time of the 2020 census..
Intro: Wikipedia
About American Falls
Set in the southeastern part of Idaho, American Falls is a small town counting 4,863 people who proudly call it home.
Officially, American Falls is an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 1.61 square miles, giving it a compact, walkable footprint at roughly 3,020 residents per square mile.
What Makes American Falls Unique
- The only place in America named American Falls — a truly one-of-a-kind name among 32,000+ US communities.
- Positioned in southeastern Idaho, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
- Part of the fabric of Idaho — one of 236 recognized communities statewide.
Why People Love It Here
- Quiet streets and a slower rhythm — the kind of place people move to on purpose.
- Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 16 miles.
🍽️ Where to Eat in American Falls
Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community · click a restaurant to read or write reviews.
🏞️ Parks & Outdoors in American Falls
Parks mapped by the OpenStreetMap community · "reviews" opens each park's live Google reviews.
🏫 Schools in American Falls
- AMERICAN FALLS ACADEMY
- AMERICAN FALLS HIGH SCHOOL
- HILLCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
- J.R. SIMPLOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
- WILLIAM THOMAS MIDDLE SCHOOL
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.
🏥 Hospitals & Healthcare
- Power County Hospital District · 24/7 ER · Critical Access Hospitals
Medicare-registered hospitals with official CMS star ratings.