Owyhee County is a county located in the U.S. state of Idaho. As of the most recent data available, the county has a population of approximately 10,644 people, with a population density of about 1.39 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 7,678.00 square miles (19,886.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Murphy, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Homedale.
Geographically, Owyhee County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Murphy 2,823 ft and its lowest point at Homedale 2,237 ft. The region operates in the UTC-7.