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City of Evanston
1200 Main St; Evanston, WY 82930
Phone: 307.789.6300
E-mail: edevan@mail.evanstonwy.org
Web: www.evanstonwy.org

Evanston has much more to offer than acres of developable land, available commercial space, and high-speed informational technology. The city of nearly 12,000 people boasts a successful historic central business district and takes pride in its safe environment and community spirit. The city is nestled in the Bear River Valley, framed to the south by the High Uinta Mountains, adjacent to the Wasatch Front. The Bear River meanders through the community, passing through Bear River State Park. Approximately one hour east of Salt Lake City, Utah, Evanston enjoys an unparalleled quality of life with the amenities of a metropolitan area.

Evanston’s skilled labor force is certain to suit the needs of any business owner. The labor force in Evanston is practiced in professional and technical trades and maintains a strong work ethic. Competitive wages and affordable childcare ensure employee retention, and local training facilities provide hands-on experience close to home. Evanston has an abundance of developable land with infrastructure already in place, as well as underdeveloped land in our industrial parks. Affordable building space for office, industrial, manufacturing, or retail business is also available for relocation and expansion.

Evanston’s Municipal Airport and proximity to the Salt Lake City International Airport provide access to national and international customers. Interstate 80 and well maintain U.S. Highways result in quick and inexpensive ground shipping throughout the western United States. Rail transportation for bulk product hauling is also readily available.

Evanston is committed to ensuring that its educational facilities provide unparallel opportunities for students of all ages. Residents benefit from the Lifelong Learning Center (LLC), which, in partnership with Western Wyoming Community College of Rock Springs, provides academic, certificate and non-credit community education. LLC is a Microsoft Authorized Academic Training Provider and an authorized Prometric Testing Center.

The Evanston Regional Hospital is the most specialized and well equipped in the area. Services include acute medical care with a staff of nearly 200 professionals, including 18 active physicians. Medical services include orthopedics, emergency medicine, OB/GYN, pediatrics, dental care, ophthalmology, podiatry, pathology, radiology, otolaryngology, cardiology, urology, internal medicine, dermatology and surgery.

Local activities include pro rodeo, dog races, bike races, horse racing, as well as local theater and drama productions. And just 75 minutes away residents also enjoy cultural events and sports activities such as the Utah Symphony, Ballet West, the Utah Jazz NBA franchise, and Stinger AAA Baseball, among many options. With over three hundred days of sunshine annually, people are sure to find a few days in every week to spend out of doors. Evanston residents find opportunities for hiking, skiing, golfing, ice skating, backpacking, snowmobiling, rodeos, horseracing, ice fishing, and cross country skiing in the Lilly Lake cross-country ski area. Summer activities also include windsurfing, biking, fishing, boating, football, baseball, and soccer.

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• For additional Wyoming demographic information, visit the State of Wyoming Department of Administration & Information Economic Analysis Division.