Coeur d'Alene
A community guide to Coeur d'Alene in Idaho, the United States.
- Population
- 54,628 residents
- Region
- Idaho
- Country
- the United States
- Coordinates
- 47.6777, -116.7805
History
The history of Coeur d'Alene is bound up with the broader story of Idaho. Settlement, agriculture, and trade have all left their mark on the area, with successive generations of residents contributing to the community as it stands today. Like many places across the United States, Coeur d'Alene has experienced periods of growth and quiet alongside the patterns of regional change. Local landmarks, civic buildings, and cultural sites carry traces of each chapter in the area's longer story.
Getting there
Reaching Coeur d'Alene typically involves the regional road network of Idaho or, for longer journeys, connecting to one of the wider transport corridors that traverse the United States. Local routes link Coeur d'Alene to surrounding towns and to the principal arteries that carry traffic between the larger urban centres of Idaho. Travel times depend on the route taken, the time of day, and the season — all standard considerations for navigating the area around Coeur d'Alene.
Overview
Coeur d'Alene is a populated place in Idaho, the United States. The community supports 54,628 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Idaho. Its position within the broader regional network gives Coeur d'Alene a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.
Geography and location
Coeur d'Alene sits at approximate coordinates 47.6777 latitude and -116.7805 longitude within Idaho. The terrain and natural features around Coeur d'Alene reflect those typical of its part of the United States, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Idaho road network providing the principal routes in and out.