Bessemer Bend, WY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
119 332.4M (US)
Median Age
66.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
48.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$161,125 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$409,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$721 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$934 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
100.0% 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

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 7 24
Feb 1 9 27
Mar 1 10 36
Apr 1 10 44
May 2 2 53
Jun 2 0 62
Jul 1 0 71
Aug 1 0 70
Sep 1 1 58
Oct 1 5 46
Nov 1 7 34
Dec 0 8 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 69% leaning right.

Liberal (26%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 75%
Hillary Clinton 17%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, WY State Senate District 30, WY State House District 38, WY
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Schools

Poison Spider Elementary
6 miles, N • 2.3 star
Oregon Trail Elementary
7 miles, E • 2.3 star
Paradise Valley Elementary
8 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Casper College
11 miles, E • 1.9 star
Central Wyoming College
98 miles, NW • 1.4 star
WyoTech
110 miles, S • 2.3 star
University of Wyoming
111 miles, S • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Wyoming Medical Center
12 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Airports

Laramie Regional Airport
109 miles, S • 1 star
Gillette-Campbell County Airport
120 miles, NE • 1 star
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