ZIP Code 82242, WY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 2/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
161 332.4M (US)
Median Age
29.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
77.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$320,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$452 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$596 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
83.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Niobrara County
7
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

Niobrara County
2
Wyoming
4
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 18% of residents leaning left and 75% leaning right.

Liberal (18%) (77%) Conservative

Climate

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 5 25
Feb 0 7 27
Mar 1 9 35
Apr 2 7 43
May 3 1 53
Jun 2 0 63
Jul 2 0 71
Aug 1 0 69
Sep 1 1 58
Oct 1 3 46
Nov 1 6 33
Dec 0 8 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Harrison Grade School
13 miles, E · 3.7star
Sioux County High School
13 miles, E · 3.2star
Lusk Middle School
18 miles, NW · 2.8star
Lusk Elementary
18 miles, NW · 1.9star
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Colleges

Eastern Wyoming College
39 miles, SW · 1.4star
Chadron State College
59 miles, E · 2.3star
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Hospitals

Community Hospital
39 miles, SW · 3.2star
Regional West Medical Center
58 miles, S · 1.4star
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Airports

Rapid City Regional Airport
111 miles, NE · 1.4star
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