Casper Area Economic Development Alliance (CAEDA)
Robert Barnes, CEcD, President/CEO
300 South Wolcott, Suite 300
Casper, WY 82601
Phone: 307.577.7011, Toll Free: 800.634.5012
E-mail: info@caeda.net
Web: www.caeda.net
Located in the heart of Wyoming, the city of Casper offers the perfect combination of history, culture and recreation. Casper is the second-largest city in Wyoming at 51,738 people. There is a diversity of terrain to view, wildlife to see and attractions to enjoy. Casper is home to an energetic downtown with a plethora of restaurants and a diverse blend of shopping.
The oil and mineral industries have traditionally been the major source of economic strength, bringing vitality and rapid growth to the Casper area and Natrona County. This new growth has fostered a community eager for alternative enterprise and new ventures. Businesses wishing to expand or locate in Casper will encounter a community that is seeking to diversify and willing to provide business relocation assistance to attract sound ventures. Community leaders have committed to a dynamic and innovative program promoting new employment opportunities.
Casper’s skilled labor force can increase business performance and enhance productivity with their strong work ethic. Employees can upgrade their skills both conveniently and affordably at Casper College or the McMurry Regional Training Center, a division of the Wyoming Contractor's Association.
Casper offers a healthy, low-stress lifestyle at the foot of the Rockies. The city has a wealth of recreational activities, cultural venues and sporting events. Beautiful Casper Mountain is just minutes away from downtown, with hiking trails, alpine and Nordic skiing, snowmobile trails and picnic areas. Fishing, swimming and boating are nearby at Alcova and Pathfinder Reservoirs.
Community Information
County |
Natrona |
Population/County |
69,799 |
Population/City |
51,738 |
Source: Department of A&I - July 2005 Estimate
Workforce
Labor Force in County |
40,829 |
| Employment in County |
39,443 |
Estimated County Unemployment Rate |
3.4% |
Source: Wyoming Department of Employment - January 2007 Estimate
Taxes
Personal Income Tax Rate |
Zero |
Corporate Income Tax Rate |
Zero |
Sales Tax Rate |
5% |
Source: Wyoming Department of Revenue - As of 4/1/07
Property Tax and Mill Levy
County Tax Rate |
12 |
City Tax Rate |
8 |
School District Tax Rate |
43.5 |
Community College |
5.850 |
Special Districts |
17 |
Total Mill Levy |
87.35 |
Source: Wyoming Taxpayers Association
Mill levies are assessed on 9.5% of market value for commercial and residential and 11% on industrial property
County mill levies may include general, airport, public health, fire, hospital, libraries, fair, recreation, museums, bonds and interest
Special levies may include conservation, fire, hospital, recreation, cemetery, solid waste
Education
| Number of Elementary Schools |
26 |
| Number of Junior High/Middle Schools |
5 |
| Number of High Schools |
3 |
Total District Enrollment |
11,408 |
2004-2005 High School Graduates |
734 |
Graduation Rate |
70.986 |
Students per Teacher Ratio 2005 |
14.46:1 |
Average 2004-2005 ACT Scores |
22.3 |
Expenditures per ADM (Average Daily Membership) |
$8,010 |
| Natrona County School District #1 |
|
*Source: Wyoming Department of Education
Nearby Colleges and Universities
Transportation:
Highways/Railways
Highways serving community |
US 20/26, US 87, WY 254, WY 220 |
Name of Interstate |
I-25 |
Number of Interchanges serving community |
7 |
Rail serving community |
Yes |
Name of Rail Service |
BNSF |
Air Travel
Nearest Commercial Airport |
Natrona County International Airport |
Proximity to Commercial Airport |
Seven miles northwest of Casper’s central business district |
| Daily flights to: |
Denver, Salt Lake City, Minneapolis |
Nearest Private Airport |
- |
Proximity to Private Airport |
- |
Source: Casper Area Economic Development Alliance
Public Transportation
Public Transportation available in the community? |
Yes |
Type of Service |
Bus |
Source: Casper Area Economic Development Alliance
Distance to
Denver, Colorado |
278 Miles |
Billings, Montana |
281 Miles |
Salt Lake City, Utah |
413 Miles |
Boise, Idaho |
710 Miles |
Omaha, Nebraska |
679 Miles |
Rapid City, South Dakota |
326 Miles |
Freight Carriers
Number of Motor Freight Carriers |
6 (Ground); 2 (Air) |
Number of Parcel Providers |
2 |
Number of Rail Service Providers |
1 |
Source: Casper Area Economic Development Alliance
Utilities:
Electrical Provider
Service Provider |
Rocky Mountain Power Co. |
Average Commercial Rate/KWH (<25kva Investor Owned, <1000kva Coop) |
$0.0595 |
Average Industrial Rate/KWH (<25kva Investor Owned, <1000kva Coop) |
$0.0381 |
*Source: Wyoming Public Service Commission
Natural Gas
Service Provider |
Kinder Morgan |
Average Commercial Cost/MCF |
$6.8936 |
Average Industrial Cost/MCF |
$5.5714 |
*Public Service Commission provided statewide averages
*Source: Wyoming Public Service Commission 2004 Rates
*Kinder Morgan Rates stated as Statewide Avg. rate per Wyoming PSC
Telecommunications
Water Services
Water Source |
North Platte River (Surface Supply and ground water supply) |
Capacity |
40 MGPD |
Current Consumption |
24.35 MGPD |
Storage Capacity |
22 MGPD |
Waste Water Services
Type of Treatment |
Mechanical Secondary Treatment |
Capacity |
7.5 million GPD
(currently under expansion to 10.0 million GPD)
|
Current Consumption |
6.7 million GPD |
Source: Casper Area Economic Development Alliance
Real Estate
Median Home Value |
$84,511 |
New Residential Construction Permits in 2000 |
145 |
New Residential Construction Permits in 2001 |
140 |
New Residential Construction Permits in 2002 |
150 |
New Residential Construction Permits in 2003 |
234 |
New Residential Construction Permits in 2004 |
284 |
| New Residential Construction Permits in 2005 |
444 |
New Commercial Construction Permits in 2000 |
- |
New Commercial Construction Permits in 2001 |
- |
New Commercial Construction Permits in 2002 |
- |
New Commercial Construction Permits in 2003 |
- |
New Commercial Construction Permits in 2004 |
- |
Occupancy Rate for Multi-Family Housing Units |
- |
Median Rent |
$360 |
Source: US Census, 2000; Construction permits are for Natrona County– Wyoming Economic Analysis Division
Major Employers
Natrona Co. School Dist. #1 |
1,427 |
Education |
Wyoming Medical Center |
946 |
Health Care |
| Key Energy |
620 |
Energy Production |
| TIC The Industrial Company |
600 |
Industrial Builders |
| City of Casper |
507 |
Government Services |
| Wal-Mart |
386 |
Retail |
| JW Williams |
357 |
Oil & Gas Engineering |
| Office Max – A Boise Comp. |
339 |
Call Center |
| Casper College |
331 |
Education |
| Wyoming Machinery Comp. |
315 |
Caterpillar dealer |
Source: Casper Area Economic Development Alliance
Hotels and Motels
Total Number of Rooms Available in Community |
2025 |
Facilities in Community with Meeting Space |
5 |
Source: Wyoming Travel & Tourism
Climatic Information
Average Number of Days of Sunshine |
275 |
Average High / Low Temperature for July |
87.0/54.6 |
Average High / Low Temperature for January |
35.8/13.0 |
| Annual Average Snowfall (inches) |
77 |
| Average Wind speed (mph) |
12.9 |
| Prevailing Winds: |
Southwesterly |
Source: Western Regional Climate Center
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