Natrona County, Wyoming
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Natrona County is a county located in the central part of the U.S. state of Wyoming. As of the 2020 census, the population was 79,955, making it the second-most populous county in Wyoming. The county seat is Casper, which is also the largest city in the county.
History[edit | edit source]
Natrona County was created on March 9, 1888, from portions of Carbon County. The county was named for the large deposits of natron, a naturally occurring sodium carbonate compound, found in the area.
Geography[edit | edit source]
According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 5,376 square miles (13,920 km²), of which 5,340 square miles (13,800 km²) is land and 36 square miles (93 km²) (0.7%) is water.
Adjacent counties[edit | edit source]
- Johnson County (north)
- Converse County (east)
- Albany County (southeast)
- Carbon County (south)
- Fremont County (west)
- Hot Springs County (northwest)
Major highways[edit | edit source]
Demographics[edit | edit source]
As of the 2020 census, there were 79,955 people, 32,013 households, and 20,497 families residing in the county. The population density was 15 people per square mile (5.8/km²). There were 34,915 housing units at an average density of 6 per square mile (2.3/km²).
Economy[edit | edit source]
The economy of Natrona County is diverse, with significant contributions from the energy industry, agriculture, and tourism. The county is a major producer of oil, natural gas, and coal. Additionally, the Casper Mountain area is a popular destination for outdoor recreation.
Education[edit | edit source]
Natrona County is served by the Natrona County School District Number 1, which includes several elementary, middle, and high schools. Higher education is provided by Casper College, a community college located in Casper.
Communities[edit | edit source]
City[edit | edit source]
Towns[edit | edit source]
Census-designated places[edit | edit source]
- Alcova
- Antelope Hills
- Brookhurst
- Hartrandt
- Homa Hills
- Mills
- Mountain View
- Powder River
- Red Butte
- Vista West
Points of interest[edit | edit source]
See also[edit | edit source]
- List of counties in Wyoming
- National Register of Historic Places listings in Natrona County, Wyoming
References[edit | edit source]
External links[edit | edit source]
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