Casper

Natrona County, Wyoming

Population 80K |Median income $72,156 |3 hospitals

Population

79,977

Natrona County

Median Income

$72,156

+6% vs avg

Median Home Value

$273,000

+20% vs avg

Median Age

38.4

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

80K+3%

Median Income

$72,156+25%

Median Home Value

$273,000+53%

Poverty Rate

9.6%-3%

Unemployment

4.1%-29%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,016/mo

Poverty Rate

9.6% -32% vs avg

Unemployment 4.1%

Bachelor's Degree+ 27.7%

Work From Home 9.9%

Public Transit 0.5%

Population

White 88.5%

Two or More Ethnicities 0.9%

Asian 0.6%

African American 0.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

36.6%

Short Sleep Duration

34.5%

High Blood Pressure

30.2%

Physical Inactivity

26.3%

Frequent Mental Distress

16.3%

Binge Drinking

16.2%

Current Smoking

14.9%

Frequent Physical Distress

12.7%

Lack of Health Insurance

11.6%

Diabetes

11.1%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 60.8%

Annual Checkup 70.6%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

10.3%

Coronary Heart Disease

6.2%

Stroke

3.2%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

3/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

BANNER WYOMING MEDICAL CENTER

CASPER · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Casper Area 6

Bushfire Alerts

Planned Hazard Reduction Burn Underway at Kellys Mountain in Snowy Monaro Region

NSW RFS · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

High Wind Warning Issued for South Laramie Range and Foothills with Gusts Up to 70 MPH

NOAA · 1d ago

Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Sydney and Gosford/Wyong Areas Due to Intense Rainfall

BOM · 3d ago

Weather Alerts high

Snow Squall Warning Issued for Laramie and Albany Counties in Wyoming and Parts of Nebraska Panhandle

NOAA · 6d ago

Bushfire Alerts

Hazard Reduction Burn Underway at Kellys Mountain in Snowy Monaro Region

NSW RFS · 6d ago

Weather Alerts high

High Wind Warning Issued for Goshen and East Laramie Counties Through Sunday

NOAA · Mar 28, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Casper, WY? ▼

Casper, WY has a population of 79,977 people, located in Natrona County, Wyoming.

What is the median household income in Casper? ▼

The median household income in Casper, WY is $72,156 per year. The poverty rate is 9.6%.

What is the median home value in Casper? ▼

The median home value in Casper, WY is $273,000. Median rent is $1,016/month.

What are the top health concerns in Casper? ▼

The top health indicators in Casper include Obesity (36.6%), Short Sleep Duration (34.5%), High Blood Pressure (30.2%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Casper? ▼

Casper has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Casper? ▼

The median age in Casper, WY is 38.4 years. 27.7% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Casper, WY is located in Natrona County, Wyoming. With a population of 80K and a median household income of $72,156, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Casper area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Natrona County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.