ZIP Code 82609, 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 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
18,759 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
33.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$70,902 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
17 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$280,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$524 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$927 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Natrona County
3
Casper Metro Area
3
Wyoming
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Natrona County
6
Casper Metro Area
6
Wyoming
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (31%) (63%) 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 7 24
Feb 0 8 26
Mar 1 10 36
Apr 1 9 44
May 2 1 53
Jun 2 0 63
Jul 1 0 71
Aug 1 0 69
Sep 1 1 58
Oct 1 5 46
Nov 1 7 33
Dec 0 8 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Summit Elementary School
6 miles, NW · 3.2star
Centennial Middle School
6 miles, N · 3.2star
Verda James Elementary
6 miles, N · 3.2star
Manor Heights Elementary
7 miles, NW · 2.8star
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Colleges

Casper College
8 miles, NW · 1.9star
WyoTech
106 miles, S · 2.3star
University of Wyoming
106 miles, S · 2.8star
Eastern Wyoming College
112 miles, SE · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Wyoming Medical Center
8 miles, NW · 2.3star
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Airports

Laramie Regional Airport
104 miles, S · 1star
Gillette-Campbell County Airport
114 miles, NE · 1star
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