Niobrara County Public RecordsWyoming

Niobrara County, WY, has a small educational system with one public school district, including Niobrara County High School. The high school graduation rate is around 92%, while only about 19% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, below the state average. There are three public schools in total, with school safety rated above the national average. Educational programs focus on STEM, agriculture, and vocational training. Adult education is offered through community initiatives. School quality scores average B-, with student-teacher ratios near 10:1, providing personalized learning environments.

As of 2022, Niobrara County, WY, had an unemployment rate of approximately 2.9%. Major employment sectors included healthcare and social assistance (20%), retail trade (17%), and agriculture (15%). Most occupations are in management, sales, and office roles. About 66% of residents work within the county, while others commute to Converse or Platte counties. The average commute time is around 14 minutes. Government jobs, primarily in local administration, education, and healthcare, account for about 30% of employment in the county.

Niobrara County, WY, features a homeownership rate near 77%, with the median home value around $132,000 in 2023 and median gross rent approximately $750 monthly. Property values have seen moderate appreciation, rising about 15% over five years. Housing consists mainly of single-family homes, with some mobile and manufactured units; multi-family options are limited. Neighborhoods are rural and small-town, centered around Lusk, the county seat. Property taxes are relatively low, with an average effective tax rate of about 0.6%, making the county attractive for affordable rural living.

Niobrara County, WY, reports one of the lowest crime rates in the state. In 2022, the county had just 14 criminal offenses, including 2 violent crimes and 12 property crimes, according to Wyoming crime statistics. The violent crime rate stands at 0.2 per 1,000 residents, while property crimes occur at roughly 1.1 per 1,000. Law enforcement presence is strong, and community reporting is encouraged, contributing to a sense of safety and well-being for the county’s approximately 2,400 residents.

Niobrara County, WY, has about 1,800 registered voters, with around 80% registered Republican and about 13% Democrat. The county participates in primary, general, and special elections. In the 2020 presidential election, over 85% voted Republican. Polling is held at locations such as the Niobrara County Fairgrounds. Key issues include agriculture and land use. Elections are managed by the County Clerk’s office. Major parties present are Republican and Democratic. The November 2022 general election had a voter turnout of nearly 65%.

As of the 2020 Census, Niobrara County, Wyoming had a population of 2,467. The median age is 46.8 years, reflecting a relatively older population. Gender distribution is nearly even, with 51% male and 49% female. Racially, the county is predominantly White (92.7%), with smaller proportions of Native American (2.6%), two or more races (3.9%), and other groups. Hispanic or Latino residents make up about 5.3% of the population.