Bancroft is a city located in Caribou County, in the state of Idaho (ID), United States. Nestled in the Mountain division of the West region, it covers an area of 0.7 square miles (2.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 5420 ft. With a population of approximately 382 residents, Bancroft offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 45.81% males and 54.19% females, and it has a population density of 578.79 people per square mile (223.47/km²). Bancroft lies at a latitude of 42.72 and a longitude of -111.89, operating in the UTC-7.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (9.4%), followed by English (37.7%), German (9.2%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 83217.