Lapwai is a city located in Nez Perce County, in the state of Idaho (ID), United States. Nestled in the Mountain division of the West region, it covers an area of 0.8 square miles (2.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 940 ft. With a population of approximately 1,134 residents, Lapwai offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 47.97% males and 52.03% females, and it has a population density of 472.73 people per square mile (568.62/km²). Lapwai lies at a latitude of 46.4 and a longitude of -116.8, operating in the UTC-8.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (2.6%), followed by English (1.3%), German (3.5%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 83540.