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Chugwater, WY

Wyoming · Laramie County · Cheyenne Metro

Chugwater is a small town in Wyoming with a population of 200. Residents earn $66,016 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
200 Population 65/sq mi density
$66,016 Median Income $35,095 per capita
$254,400 Home Value $278,973 Zillow
$875 Median Rent 25.0% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 316 sunny days/yr
191 Violent Crime/100K 3,008 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$66,016 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$254,400 home value, $875/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
191 violent crimes/100K (50% below avg)
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $66,016
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $254,400
10% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 191/100K
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.0%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $875
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.4%
65% lower than US avg

How Chugwater Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population200
Median Age69.4 yrs
Density65/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans17.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,016
Per Capita$35,095
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty4.4%
County GDP$8,439M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$254,400
Rent$875
Ownership94.5%
Zillow$278,973
Housing Units127
Rent Burden25.0%

Crime

F
Violent191/100K
Property3,008/100K

Health

Obesity34.9%
Uninsured13.2%
Smoking13.8%
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain16.8 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation5,294 ft (1,614 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.0%
High School+99.4%
Graduate+7.3%
School Score5.83

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute33 min
Broadband94.5%
EV Stations2
Libraries4

Is Chugwater a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chugwater receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Chugwater offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chugwater is $66,016, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chugwater is $254,400, 10% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $875 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Chugwater is below the national average at 191 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,008 per 100,000, 53% above the national average.

Education

13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Chugwater experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 316 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.8 inches, including 69.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Chugwater has a population of 200 with a density of 65 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age is 69.4 years, 78% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 42% female and 58% male. The city is predominantly White (92%), with 4% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 17.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 17.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 95.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

200
Total Population
65
People / sq mi
69.4yrs
Median Age
78% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58%
Female 42%

Race & Ethnicity

Chugwater vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chugwater vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chugwater is $66,016, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,095. The average weekly wage is $1,172, 18% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 4,736 business establishments, including 241 restaurants. The cost of living index is 92.7, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 7.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Chugwater vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,016
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,095
Avg Weekly Wage$1,172
IRS Avg AGI$81,255
Gini Index0.439 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.4%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,736
County GDP$8,439M

Business (County)

Restaurants241
Healthcare364
Retail356
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,798
9% above US avg
Cost of Living92.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.7 min
Drive Alone69.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Chugwater is $254,400, 10% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $278,973. Monthly rent averages $875 (25% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $824 for a one-bedroom to $1,044 for a two-bedroom apartment. 94.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 127 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1957. The average annual property tax is $3,798. 25.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$254,400
10% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$278,973

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$875
25% below US avg
Rent Burden25.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$785
1 Bedroom$824
2 Bedrooms$1,044
3 Bedrooms$1,399
4 Bedrooms$1,719

Ownership & Property

Homeownership94.5%
Owner-Occupied94.5%
Renter-Occupied5.5%
Housing Units127
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,798
9% above US avg
Effective Rate1.49%
In Chugwater, 34.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.6% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.3% of residents. 27.9% have high blood pressure. 13.8% are current smokers. 17.0% report binge drinking. 24.8% are physically inactive. 21.9% report depression. 17.5% experience frequent mental distress. 13.2% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,576. The dentist ratio is 1:1,158. 65.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.3 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Chugwater vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.9%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.8%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep32.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.4%
Uninsured13.2%
53% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,576
Dentists1:1,158
Mental Health1:206
Checkup Rate65.9%
Dental Visits62.7%
Premature Death8,713/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access65.3%
Healthcare Facilities364
Chugwater has a violent crime rate of 191 per 100,000 residents, 50% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,008 per 100,000, 53% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 17 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Chugwater receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Chugwater vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent191.4/100K
50% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property3,007.9/100K
53% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
Traffic Accidents47
Avg Accident Severity2.4 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Chugwater experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 316 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 16.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 69.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34. The city sits at an elevation of 5,294 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,294 ft (1,614 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (7.9 km²)
Population Density65/sq mi
Coordinates41.7557°N, 104.8229°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
CountyLaramie County County
Nearest AirportCheyenne Regional/Jerry Olson Field (CYS)
41 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.8"
56% below US avg
Snowfall 69.8"
Wettest Month (May) 2.83"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.51"

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0490 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)6.2 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)0.16 ppb
CO (Carbon Monoxide)0.12 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)4.6 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score76.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability22.0 / 100
Community Resilience49.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Relatively Moderate
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Very High
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively High
Drought Very Low
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Very Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

18 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M2.6 on May 28, 2025.

Aug 29, 2004 16 km NNW of Douglas, Wyoming M3.8 137 km
Jul 23, 1993 29 km WNW of Esterbrook, Wyoming M3.7 108 km
Oct 10, 1993 41 km W of Esterbrook, Wyoming M3.7 114 km
Feb 15, 2004 19 km N of Douglas, Wyoming M3.5 140 km
Dec 13, 1993 14 km SW of Esterbrook, Wyoming M3.2 85 km
Jun 1, 2014 9 km NNW of Kersey, Colorado M3.2 144 km
Jun 30, 1993 25 km N of Douglas, Wyoming M3.0 144 km
Jan 6, 2018 7 km SW of Guernsey, Wyoming M3.0 52 km
Nov 2, 1992 5 km ESE of Lusk, Wyoming M3.0 115 km
Apr 13, 2000 37 km W of Esterbrook, Wyoming M2.9 109 km
Sep 7, 2019 23 km WSW of Esterbrook, Wyoming M2.9 88 km
Mar 10, 2011 22 km N of Van Tassell, Wyoming M2.9 137 km
Mar 30, 2019 7 km NE of Greeley, Colorado M2.9 145 km
Dec 19, 2013 33 km NE of Rock River, Wyoming M2.8 73 km
Feb 27, 2021 13 km WNW of Crawford, Nebraska M2.6 148 km
Aug 23, 2016 2 km SSE of Eaton, Colorado M2.6 139 km
May 28, 2025 9 km ENE of Glendo, Wyoming M2.6 87 km
Jun 23, 2014 6 km NNE of Kersey, Colorado M2.5 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

346 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 3 fatalities, 92 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 27, 1955 EF4 87 km 2
Jun 6, 2018 EF3 78 km 0
May 27, 1985 EF3 97 km 0
Jul 16, 1979 EF3 65 km 1
Jul 20, 1978 EF3 82 km 0
Apr 23, 1960 EF3 87 km 0
Jun 27, 1955 EF3 21 km 0
Jun 26, 1955 EF3 48 km 0
Jun 23, 2023 EF2 47 km 0
Jun 23, 2023 EF2 99 km 0
Sep 10, 2019 EF2 68 km 0
Jun 6, 2018 EF2 75 km 0
May 27, 2018 EF2 59 km 0
Jun 12, 2017 EF2 78 km 0
Jun 7, 2012 EF2 40 km 0
May 18, 2010 EF2 74 km 0
Jun 5, 2009 EF2 39 km 0
May 22, 2008 EF2 92 km 0
May 21, 1998 EF2 73 km 0
Jul 26, 1993 EF2 94 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: ARAPAHO (100,043 ac, 2012).

Year Name Acres Distance
2012 ARAPAHO 100,043 70 km
2024 PLEASANT VALLEY 28,249 63 km
2006 OLD CHICAGO 25,218 71 km
2018 BRITANIA MOUNTAIN 23,701 55 km
2016 SIMMONS 20,950 82 km
2002 REESE 19,624 52 km
2022 CARTER CANYON 15,828 85 km
2002 HENSEL 14,439 78 km
2011 SQUAW MTN 14,379 39 km
2012 SAWMILL CANYON 13,438 75 km
2000 CO LINE 10,961 27 km
2012 COW CAMP 8,567 65 km
2006 TRAILER 8,040 33 km
2024 HAPPY JACK 6,585 64 km
2001 LEROY 5,615 59 km
1996 SPRING CR. 4,682 68 km
1994 SQUAW MTN. 4,093 38 km
1986 COLLINS PEAK 4,078 51 km
1996 MURPHY RIDGE 4,041 66 km
2021 313 3,859 28 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 0.5 in Driest
February 30°F (-1°C) 0.5 in
March 36°F (2°C) 1.0 in
April 43°F (6°C) 1.5 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.8 in Wettest
June 63°F (17°C) 2.2 in
July 71°F (22°C) 1.9 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 1.4 in
September 59°F (15°C) 1.2 in
October 47°F (9°C) 0.9 in
November 35°F (2°C) 0.7 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 0.6 in Coldest

Chugwater has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 28°F in December to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.8") and January the driest (0.5").

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Chugwater is located in Laramie County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 13.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 61% below the national average of 33.7%. 99.4% have completed high school. 7.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 65.4% of the vote, a 32.4-point margin. 94.5% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 364 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 69.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.4%
D 33%

Winner: Republican by 32.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
Traffic Accidents47
Avg Accident Severity2.4 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.0%
61% below US avg
High School+99.4%
Graduate Degree+7.3%
School Test Score5.83
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density65/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi
CountyLaramie County County

Services

Broadband Access94.5%
Avg Download Speed96.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed10.8 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities364
Restaurants241
Retail Stores356

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.7 min
Drive Alone69.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%
Average costs for common services in Chugwater. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $232 ($139–$371)
Specialist Visit $324 ($185–$510)
Urgent Care Visit $185 ($93–$324)
Emergency Room Visit $2,039 ($742–$4,635)
Dental Cleaning $121 ($70–$185)
Dental Filling $232 ($139–$371)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $42 ($23–$70)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $70 ($46–$111)
Brake Pad Replacement $278 ($139–$464)
Tire Rotation $37 ($19–$70)
New Tires (Set of 4) $556 ($371–$927)
Battery Replacement $185 ($93–$324)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $93 ($56–$139)
Electrician (Per Hour) $83 ($46–$130)
HVAC Repair $371 ($139–$742)
HVAC System Install $6,489 ($3,708–$11,124)
Roof Repair $927 ($371–$1,854)
Roof Replacement $8,343 ($5,099–$13,905)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,391 ($464–$3,245)
Divorce (Contested) $13,905 ($4,635–$27,810)
DUI Defense $4,635 ($1,854–$9,270)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,391 ($742–$2,781)
Will Preparation $464 ($185–$927)
Trust Preparation $2,318 ($927–$4,635)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $23 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut $51 ($28–$93)
Hair Coloring (Full) $139 ($70–$232)
Manicure $23 ($14–$42)
Pedicure $37 ($23–$60)
Massage (1 Hour) $74 ($46–$121)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.80 ($2.78–$5.10)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.24 ($2.32–$4.64)
Loaf of Bread $3.52 ($2.32–$5.10)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.17 ($2.78–$6.03)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.10 ($3.71–$6.95)
Rice (per lb) $0.93 ($0.56–$1.67)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $130 ($74–$232)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $65 ($28–$139)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $65 ($37–$111)
Internet (Monthly) $65 ($37–$93)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $60 ($28–$93)
Cable TV (Monthly) $79 ($46–$139)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $185 ($70–$464)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,854 ($1,112–$3,245)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $65 ($28–$121)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.42–$23)
Car Registration (Annual) $93 ($28–$232)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14–$70)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,112 ($556–$2,318)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $927 ($464–$1,854)
After-School Care (Monthly) $371 ($185–$649)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $46 ($23–$93)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $927 ($371–$2,318)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,588 ($4,635–$27,810)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $56 ($28–$93)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $93 ($46–$185)
Dog Grooming $56 ($28–$93)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $37 ($19–$70)
Dog Spay/Neuter $278 ($139–$464)
Cat Spay/Neuter $185 ($93–$371)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$698
Toddler$674
Preschool$674
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$645
Toddler$575
Preschool$575
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Laramie County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 5,217 314 $39,143 1.08
Accommodation & Food Services 4,649 248 $24,274 1.06
Health Care & Social Assistance 4,605 550 $55,127 0.67
Construction 3,414 497 $71,501 1.35
Transportation & Warehousing 3,071 146 $62,566 1.50
Professional & Technical Services 2,347 886 $90,253 0.70
Administrative & Waste Services 2,186 436 $44,505 0.77
Finance & Insurance 1,579 275 $87,520 0.81
Other Services 1,388 305 $48,199 0.96
Manufacturing 1,221 74 $77,534 0.31
Wholesale Trade 1,120 224 $76,747 0.59
Information & Technology 767 160 $90,376 0.85
Mining & Oil/Gas 628 55 $119,175 3.44
Real Estate 544 152 $57,663 0.73
Arts & Entertainment 535 47 $22,235 0.66
Agriculture & Forestry 325 45 $49,642 0.83
Educational Services 266 104 $48,786 0.27
Utilities 193 12 $98,920 1.05
Management of Companies 146 44 $115,866 0.18
Unclassified 6 10 $101,888 0.09

Schools in Chugwater

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Chugwater School Other 28 5 5.6:1
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Radio Stations near Chugwater

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

National Parks Near Chugwater

7 national parks and monuments found near Chugwater.

ParkTypeFee
Curt Gowdy State Park State Park Free
Fort Laramie National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Glendo Reservoir State Park State Park Free
Guernsey Reservoir State Park State Park Free
Guernsey State Park State Park Free
Hawk Springs State Park Free
Register Cliff State Park Free

Trails Near Chugwater

1 trails found near Chugwater.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
ALBANY PEAK 1.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL

Museums in Chugwater

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CHUGWATER HISTORICAL UNITY GROUPHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 33

Hotels in Chugwater

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Buffalo Lodge Inn and Lounge

Restaurants in Chugwater

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chugwater Soda Fountain
Stampede Saloon and Eatery

Monuments in Chugwater

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cheyenne Deadwood Trail Historic Marker

Gas Stations in Chugwater

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chug Chug Gas and Go
Chug Chug Gas and Go

Cell Towers in Chugwater

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
38 SLATER RD. (109043)GTOWER79
38 SLATER RD. (109043)GTOWER79
.18 MI E/.06 MI N OF I-25 & PLATTE/LARAMIE COGTOWER67
.18 MI E/.06 MI N OF I-25 & PLATTE/LARAMIE COGTOWER67
498 6TH STREET (109044)GTOWER58
498 6TH STREET (109044)GTOWER58

Fire Stations in Chugwater

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Chugwater Fire Protection District101 Bowie STVolunteer307-422-3504

Bridges in Chugwater

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19681733,277F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19771503,277P
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19771003,277F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19771503,277F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19771303,277F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19771303,277F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous1968923,277F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous1968923,277P
Tee BeamConcrete continuous1968923,271F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19681733,271F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19771503,271F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19771003,271F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19771503,271F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous1968923,271F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19771303,271F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19771303,271F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19691343,238G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19693153,238G
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19771303,238F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19692753,238F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19681463,238G
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19691213,173F
SlabConcrete continuous1958613,173F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19681463,170G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19692753,170F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19693153,170G
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19691343,170G
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19771303,170F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19691213,098G
SlabConcrete continuous1958613,098F
SlabConcrete continuous195493303F
CulvertSteel199170295F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198680295G
CulvertSteel196538131F
SlabConcrete continuous195510986F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel193528886P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous197731885F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous194611448F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19767437F
SlabConcrete continuous19548134F
SlabConcrete continuous19548134F
SlabConcrete continuous19548134F
SlabConcrete continuous19548134F
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete19734033F

Airports Near Chugwater

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cheyenne Regional Jerry Olson FieldCYSMedium Airport
Camp Guernsey AirportSmall Airport
Hilty Private StripSmall Airport
La Grange AirparkSmall Airport
Michael Skypark AirportSmall Airport
Morrison AirportSmall Airport
Phifer AirfieldEANSmall Airport
Pine Bluffs Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Radio Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Rock & A Hard Place Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Skyview AirparkSmall Airport
Snell - North Laramie River AirportSmall Airport
Torrington Municipal AirportTORSmall Airport
Two Bar Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Vowers Ranch AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Chugwater

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chugwater

What is the population of Chugwater?

Chugwater has a population of 200 residents and is located in Wyoming. The population density is 65 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 69.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 42% female and 58% male.

Is Chugwater expensive to live in?

Chugwater is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 92.7 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $66,016, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $254,400 (10% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $875 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Chugwater safe?

Chugwater is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 191 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,008 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Chugwater receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Chugwater?

Chugwater has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.8 inches, with 69.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Chugwater?

The job market in Chugwater is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,172. There are 4,736 business establishments in the area, including 241 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 33 minutes, and 7.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Chugwater?

The median home value in Chugwater is $254,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $278,973. For renters, the median monthly rent is $875. Fair market rent is $824 for a 1-bedroom and $1,044 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 94.5%. The average annual property tax is $3,798.

How are the schools in Chugwater?

Schools in Chugwater score 5.8 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 13.0% of adults in Chugwater hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.4% have completed high school. 7.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Chugwater?

The obesity rate in Chugwater is 34.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.8% of adults are smokers. 24.8% are physically inactive. 21.9% of residents report depression. 13.2% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 65.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,576.

What is transportation like in Chugwater?

The average commute in Chugwater is 33 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 69.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Chugwater?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Chugwater is 92% White, 4% Hispanic or Latino. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 17.5% of the population are military veterans. 17.3% of residents have a disability. 95.4% have health insurance coverage.

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