Crook County

Crook County, Wyoming, has a population of approximately 7,200 people. The racial makeup includes 97.4% White, 0.6% Native American, 0.3% Asian, and 1.7% Hispanic or Latino. The median household income is around $62,000, and about 9% of the population lives below the poverty line. The county has a median age of 47.6 years, with 24.3% under the age of 18 and 19.4% aged 65 or older. Housing units total around 3,600, with a homeowner vacancy rate of 2.4%.

As of 2023, Crook County, WY has a median home value of approximately $250,000. There are around 3,000 housing units, with an owner-occupancy rate of about 70%. Median monthly rent stands at around $800. The average household size is 2.4 persons. The housing market is relatively stable, with a low vacancy rate, reflecting a balanced supply-demand scenario. Property values have shown modest annual appreciation rates of around 2-3%.

As of the 2022 general elections in Crook County, Wyoming, key information included:

Voter Turnout:

• Total Registered Voters: Approximately 4,850
• Voter Turnout: About 75%

Key Races and Candidates:

1. U.S. House of Representatives:

   • Harriet Hageman (Republican): 3,000 votes
   • Lynnette Grey Bull (Democrat): 850 votes

2. Governor:

   • Mark Gordon (Republican, incumbent): 3,200 votes
   • Theresa Livingston (Democrat): 600 votes

3. Attorney General:

   • Bridget Hill (Republican): 3,100 votes

4. Local Elections:

   • County Commissioner: Kelly Dennis (Republican): 1,200 votes
   • Various non-partisan local positions and school boards featured multiple candidates, typically receiving between 500 to 1,500 votes each.

For detailed statistics and future election dates, visit the official Crook County elections website.

Crook County, Wyoming, features an educational profile with some distinct metrics. As of recent data:

• The high school graduation rate stands at around 93%, which is notably higher than the national average of approximately 86%.
• About 22% of residents aged 25 and over hold a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32%.
• In Wyoming overall, the high school graduation rate is about 91%, and around 26% of adults have a bachelor's degree or higher.

These figures suggest that Crook County has a commendable high school graduation rate exceeding both the state and national averages. However, the proportion of residents with a bachelor's degree or higher is below both state and national levels, indicating room for improvement in higher education attainment.

As of recent data, Crook County, WY has a labor force of approximately 3,000 people with an unemployment rate around 3.1%, which is lower than the national average of 3.7% and the state average of 3.3%. The top industries in Crook County include Mining, Quarrying, and Oil & Gas Extraction, which employs around 20% of the workforce, compared to the national average of 0.5%. Additionally, Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing, and Hunting, and Construction are significant sectors, employing around 15% and 10% of the workforce, respectively. Nationally, these sectors typically employ about 1.5% and 7% of the workforce. The county's economic landscape is distinctively more dependent on natural resources and agriculture compared to both state and national averages.

As of the most recent data, the median household income in Crook County, Wyoming, is approximately $61,000. This is slightly lower than the median household income for the state of Wyoming, which is around $65,000. Nationally, the median household income is approximately $68,700.

Comparatively, Crook County's income levels are below both state and national averages. Here's a breakdown:

This disparity may be attributed to several factors including the local economy, cost of living, and employment opportunities.

As of the latest data, Crook County, Wyoming, generally has lower crime rates than the national average. The overall crime rate in Crook County is approximately 12.7 per 1,000 residents annually. This includes both violent and property crimes.

Please note that these values are subject to change and should be verified with the latest reports from local law enforcement or statistical agencies for accuracy.