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

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

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

• Johnson County (north)
• Converse County (east)
• Albany County (southeast)
• Carbon County (south)
• Fremont County (west)
• Hot Springs County (northwest)

Major highways

• Interstate 25
• U.S. Route 20
• U.S. Route 26
• U.S. Route 87
• Wyoming Highway 220

Demographics

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

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

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

City

• Casper

Towns

• Bar Nunn
• Edgerton
• Evansville
• Midwest

Census-designated places

• Alcova
• Antelope Hills
• Brookhurst
• Hartrandt
• Homa Hills
• Mills
• Mountain View
• Powder River
• Red Butte
• Vista West

Points of interest

• Casper Mountain
• Alcova Reservoir
• Pathfinder Reservoir
• Independence Rock

See also

• List of counties in Wyoming
• National Register of Historic Places listings in Natrona County, Wyoming

External links

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