US ZIP Code
82601

Casper, WY

Natrona County  ·  Wyoming

● Active
👥 26,945 Population ↓ 4% since 2019
💰 $68,526 Median HH Income
▼ 10% below avg ↑ 18% since 2019
🎂 38.0 Median Age ↑ 10% since 2019
🏠 $244,200 Median Home Value
▼ 12% below avg ↑ 22% since 2019
🎓 41.5% College Grads
≈ Avg
📊 3.1% Unemployment
▼ 37% below avg ↓ 36% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code82601
CityCasper
StateWyoming (WY)
CountyNatrona County
Area Code307
Elevation5,604 ft
Latitude43.069925
Longitude-106.341585
TimezoneDenver (DST)
FIPS56025
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 52.9% (14,257) Female 47.1% (12,688) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 83.7%Hispanic: 11.5%Black: 0.1%Asian: 0.6%Other: 3.3%Race
White83.7%
Hispanic11.5%
Black0.1%
Asian0.6%
Other3.3%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
5%
5–17
17%
18–24
8%
25–44
30%
45–64
24%
65+
7%

Key Indicators

Median Age38.0 yrs ↑ 10% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.36
Below Poverty10.6% ≈ Avg
College Grads41.5% ≈ Avg
Unemployment3.1% ▼ 37% below avg
No HS Diploma169 (1%)
HS Graduate4,485 (25.4%)
Some College2,902 (16.4%)
Associates2,791 (15.8%)
Bachelors2,459 (13.9%)
Graduate Degree4,878 (27.6%)

Education

No HS: 1%HS Grad: 25.4%Some College: 16.4%Associates: 15.8%Bachelors: 13.9%Graduate: 27.6%Edu
No HS1.0%
HS Grad25.4%
Some College16.4%
Associates15.8%
Bachelors13.9%
Graduate27.6%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 71.7%Renter: 28.3%Tenure
Owner71.7%
Renter28.3%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
3%
$50k–100k
3%
$100k–150k
12%
$150k–200k
14%
$200k–300k
34%
$300k–500k
26%
Over $500k
7%

Financials

Median HH Income$68,526 ▼ 10% below avg ↑ 18% since 2019
Median Home Value$244,200 ▼ 12% below avg ↑ 22% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$856/mo ↑ 10% since 2019
Total Units12,967
Vacant Units1,887
Avg HH Size2.36

Income Distribution

Under $25k
17%
$25k–50k
18%
$50k–75k
20%
$75k–100k
11%
$100k–150k
18%
$150k–200k
9%
Over $200k
7%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
86%
Public Transit
1%
Walked
2%
Work From Home
10%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
49%
15–30 min
39%
30–45 min
5%
Over 45 min
6%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
3%
1940s–1950s
12%
1960s–1970s
13%
1980s–1990s
11%
2000+
61%

Summary

Total Units12,967
Vacant1,887
Owner Occupied71.7%
Renter Occupied28.3%
Avg HH Size2.36
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 82601 is in Casper, WY, in Natrona County.
ZIP code 82601 is located in Wyoming (WY).
ZIP code 82601 is in Natrona County, WY.
ZIP 82601 observes the Denver timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 82601 is 26,945 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 82601 is $68,526 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 82601 is $244,200 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 82601

ZIP code 82601 is located in Casper, Wyoming, within Natrona County. With a population of 26,945, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38 years. Economically, 82601 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $68,526 is near the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 82601 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $244,200 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $856 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 71.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 22% since 2019.

The population of 82601 is primarily White (83.66%). Residents are well-educated — 41.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.6%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 82601 stands at 3.1%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.

Overall, ZIP code 82601 in Casper, WY is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 26,945 residents, a median household income of $68,526, and a median home value of $244,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wyoming.