Chugcreek, WY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
129 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
100.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
8.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$170,625 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$322,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$683 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$736 $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

Platte County
2
Wyoming
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Platte County
2
Wyoming
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 6 26
Feb 0 6 29
Mar 1 9 36
Apr 2 6 44
May 3 2 53
Jun 2 0 63
Jul 2 0 70
Aug 1 0 68
Sep 1 1 58
Oct 1 4 47
Nov 1 6 35
Dec 0 8 26

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 25% of residents leaning left and 70% leaning right.

Liberal (25%) (70%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 78%
Hillary Clinton 15%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, WY State Senate District 6, WY State House District 4, WY
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Schools

Wheatland High School
3 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Peak High School
3 miles, NW
West Elementary
3 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Eastern Wyoming College
37 miles, E • 1.4 star
University of Wyoming
62 miles, SW • 2.8 star
WyoTech
64 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Cheeks Beauty Academy
64 miles, S • 1 star
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Hospitals

Platte County Memorial Hospital
3 miles, W • 3.2 star
Community Hospital
37 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

Laramie Regional Airport
65 miles, SW • 1 star
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