| ZIP Code | 82716 |
|---|---|
| City | Gillette |
| State | Wyoming (WY) |
| County | Campbell County |
| Area Code | 307 |
| Elevation | 4,259 ft |
| Latitude | 44.53546 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -105.642705 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 56005 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.2 yrs ↑ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.45 |
| Below Poverty | 13.6% ▲ 36% above avg |
| College Grads | 28.6% ▼ 26% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.4% ▲ 11% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 25 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,312 (38.7%) |
| Some College | 2,005 (18%) |
| Associates | 1,608 (14.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,410 (12.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,775 (15.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $77,169 ≈ Avg ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $234,700 ▼ 16% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $890/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,771 |
| Vacant Units | 860 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.45 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,771 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 860 |
| Owner Occupied | 73.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 26.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.45 |
ZIP code 82716 is located in Gillette, Wyoming, within Campbell County. With a population of 17,091, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.2 years. Economically, 82716 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $77,169 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 82716 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $234,700 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $890 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 73.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 20% since 2019.
The population of 82716 is primarily White (85.68%). Residents are moderately educated — 28.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.6%. Household income has grown by 2% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 82716 stands at 5.4%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 82716 in Gillette, WY is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 17,091 residents, a median household income of $77,169, and a median home value of $234,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wyoming.