Ponderay is a city located in Bonner County, in the state of Idaho (ID), United States. Nestled in the Mountain division of the West region, it covers an area of 2.7 square miles (7.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 2120 ft. With a population of approximately 638 residents, Ponderay offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 54.08% males and 45.92% females, and it has a population density of 238.06 people per square mile (91.92/km²). Ponderay lies at a latitude of 48.3 and a longitude of -116.54, operating in the UTC-8.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (9.6%), followed by English (7.4%), German (27%), and Scotch-Irish (2.7%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 83852.