Natrona County Public RecordsWyoming

As of 2023, Natrona County, Wyoming, has a population of about 79,800. The median age is 38.2 years. Approximately 50.3% are male and 49.7% female. Racially, 89.1% are White, 1.2% Black or African American, 1.1% Native American, 1% Asian, and 6.1% Hispanic or Latino of any race. The county has a relatively young population, with 22.5% under age 18 and 16.5% age 65 or older.

Natrona County, WY, had 47,126 registered voters as of 2022. The county conducts primary, general, and special elections, overseen by the Natrona County Clerk’s office. In the 2020 presidential election, 72.7% voted Republican, 22.8% Democrat. There are 46 polling locations, including early voting sites. Key issues include energy policy and education funding. Republicans outnumber Democrats at about a 4:1 ratio, with a smaller percentage of unaffiliated voters. Election administration emphasizes integrity and accessibility, with mail-in and in-person options available for all residents.

Natrona County, WY has 36 public schools and 10 high schools, with a graduation rate around 80%. Approximately 24% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. The average public school student-teacher ratio is 13:1. Natrona County School District offers Advanced Placement (AP), career/technical, and dual enrollment programs. Niche rates the district's schools with an overall score of B. Adult education and GED programs are available through Casper College. School safety measures include resource officers and standard safety protocols, and most schools report low incidents of severe disciplinary issues.

As of early 2024, Natrona County, WY has an employment rate of approximately 96% with an unemployment rate near 4%. Major industries include healthcare (14%), retail trade (13%), energy (11%), and education (10%). The largest occupation types are office/administrative support (14%) and sales (11%). About 88% of workers commute by car, with an average commute time of 17 minutes. Most employment is located in Casper, the county seat, which serves as the region's economic hub.

Natrona County, WY, has a homeownership rate of about 69%, with a median home value of $238,000 and a median rent of $940. The housing market has seen stable values, with a slight year-over-year increase of 2-3%. Detached single-family homes dominate, but there are also townhouses and apartments, especially in Casper, the county seat. Popular neighborhoods include Paradise Valley and Allendale. Property tax rates average 0.61%, so annual taxes on a median-priced home are approximately $1,452. Housing remains relatively affordable compared to national averages.

Natrona County, WY, has a crime rate higher than the state average, with a reported 3,482 crimes per 100,000 residents in 2023, compared to Wyoming’s average of 2,300. Property crimes, such as burglary and theft, make up over 80% of cases, while violent crime rates stand at approximately 370 per 100,000. The Natrona County Sheriff's Office and Casper Police Department provide regular public crime reporting. Community safety initiatives and increased patrols have aimed to lower incident rates in recent years.