State Senate District 9, WY
Livability
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Bikeability
5/10
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Walkability
3/10
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Transit
3/10
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Commute
9/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
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Schools
8/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
4/10
accessibility
Hospitals
1/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- local_library Schools
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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
18,372
332.4M (US)
Median Age
25.5 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
41.8%
64% (US)
College-Educated
60.3%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$46,028
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
74.7%
88% (US)
Average Commute
14 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
34.5%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$306,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$521
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$862
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
32.2%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Wyoming
3
United States
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Wyoming
4
United States
4
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right.
Liberal (39%) (52%) ConservativeClimate
Cold semi-arid climate. Dry grassland climate with cold winters and moderate seasonal temperature swings. See monthly weather averages below.
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 0 | 6 | 24 |
| Feb | 0 | 8 | 26 |
| Mar | 1 | 11 | 33 |
| Apr | 1 | 10 | 39 |
| May | 2 | 3 | 49 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 58 |
| Jul | 2 | 0 | 65 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 63 |
| Sep | 1 | 1 | 54 |
| Oct | 1 | 5 | 43 |
| Nov | 1 | 10 | 32 |
| Dec | 1 | 9 | 24 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Schools
Beitel Elementary
<1 miles, SW
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UW Laboratory School
<1 miles, N
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Spring Creek Elementary
<1 miles, W
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Whiting High School
<1 miles, SE
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Colleges
University of Wyoming
<1 miles, N
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WyoTech
2 miles, W
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Cheeks Beauty Academy
41 miles, SE
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Laramie County Community College
44 miles, SE
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Hospitals
Ivinson Memorial Hospital
<1 miles, E
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Cheyenne Regional Medical Center
41 miles, SE
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Poudre Valley Hospital
57 miles, S
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Platte County Memorial Hospital
60 miles, NE
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Airports
Laramie Regional Airport
5 miles, NW
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Cheyenne Regional Airport-Jerry Olson Field
41 miles, SE
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Yampa Valley Airport
103 miles, W
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Western Nebraska Regional Airport-William B Heilig Field
110 miles, E
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