Newcastle, WY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
3,348 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$77,014 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$173,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$545 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$633 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Weston County
3
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

Weston County
2
Wyoming
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 5 25
Feb 1 7 25
Mar 1 9 33
Apr 2 9 41
May 2 1 50
Jun 2 0 60
Jul 2 0 67
Aug 2 0 66
Sep 1 0 56
Oct 1 3 44
Nov 1 6 32
Dec 0 6 23

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 14% of residents leaning left and 81% leaning right.

Liberal (14%) (82%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 86%
Hillary Clinton 10%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, WY State Senate District 3, WY State House District 2, WY
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Schools

Newcastle High School
<1 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Newcastle Middle School
<1 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Newcastle Elementary 3-5
1 miles, SE • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Black Hills State University
47 miles, NE • 1.9 star
The Salon Professional Academy
51 miles, E • 1 star
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Hospitals

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Airports

Rapid City Regional Airport
58 miles, E • 1.4 star
Gillette-Campbell County Airport
75 miles, NW • 1 star
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