Hansen, Idaho
City · Population 1,118 · #83 in Idaho
About Hansen
Hansen is a small town in southern Idaho with an estimated population of 1,118.
Officially, Hansen is an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 0.35 square miles, giving it a compact, walkable footprint at roughly 3,194 residents per square mile.
📰 Hansen News Today
- Idaho man sentenced in crash that killed paramedic EMS1 · Aug 13
- ITD developing plans for US-30, SH-50 and Hansen Bridge in Magic Valley Idaho Transportation Department (.gov) · Jun 22
- Hansen Huskies looking to continue success under head coach Toby Lapp KMVT · Aug 12
- Alan Lloyd Hansen Obituary May 6, 2026 Wood Funeral Home & Crematory · May 6
- William Kirk Hansen Obituary Apr 23, 2026 Eckersell Funeral Home · Apr 23
Live headlines via Google News — updates through the day.
What Makes Hansen Unique
- The only place in America named Hansen — a truly one-of-a-kind name among 32,000+ US communities.
- Positioned in southern 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
- Small-town pace of life: less traffic, more community, and neighbors who wave.
- Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 8 miles.
🍽️ Where to Eat in Hansen
- Travelers Oasis — coffee shop
Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
🏞️ Parks & Outdoors in Hansen
- Hansen Park reviews ★
Parks mapped by the OpenStreetMap community · "reviews" opens each park's live Google reviews.
🏫 Schools in Hansen
- HANSEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
- HANSEN JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateIdaho
TypeCity
Population (2024)1,118
Rank in state#83 of 198
Land area0.35 sq mi
Density3,194/sq mi
Coordinates42.5314, -114.3012