Osburn, Idaho
City · Population 1,678 · #72 in Idaho
About Osburn
Osburn, ID is a small town located in northwestern Idaho with an estimated population of 1,678.
Officially, Osburn is an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 1.32 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 1,271 residents per square mile.
📰 Osburn News Today
- This day in history: Man suspected in Idaho police officer death arrested. Rain brings relief for crews fighting fires in CdA national forest - The Spokesman-Review The Spokesman-Review · Aug 17
- Fire destroys garage, damages home in Osburn, Idaho KREM · May 19
- Osburn Air Quality Index (AQI) and USA Air Pollution IQAir · Jun 26
- City of Osburn told to be ready to evacuate as containment grows on north Idaho wildfire KXLY.com · Jun 17
- Fish and Game seeks public’s help with two wildlife crimes in Osburn Idaho Fish and Game (.gov) · Oct 29
Live headlines via Google News — updates through the day.
What Makes Osburn Unique
- The only place in America named Osburn — a truly one-of-a-kind name among 32,000+ US communities.
- Positioned in northwestern 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
- A tight community feel that bigger cities can't replicate.
- Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 7 miles.
🍽️ Where to Eat in Osburn
- Mom's Vintage Eatery
Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
🏞️ Parks & Outdoors in Osburn
Parks mapped by the OpenStreetMap community · "reviews" opens each park's live Google reviews.
🏫 Schools in Osburn
- SILVER HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateIdaho
TypeCity
Population (2024)1,678
Rank in state#72 of 198
Land area1.32 sq mi
Density1,271/sq mi
Coordinates47.5057, -116.0007