The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 82225 sells for about $297,900, or $135 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 112 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $781 a month.
ZIP 82225 — Lusk
The housing market in 82225 remains stable with low transaction volume and limited inventory, characteristic of a rural Wyoming market. Prices have seen modest appreciation, driven by low supply rather than high demand. Most metrics are sourced from county-level Census data as specific ZIP-level market reports are not published.
This ZIP is best suited for those seeking a rural, quiet lifestyle, including agricultural workers, retirees, and individuals who prioritize space and privacy over proximity to urban amenities.
Median prices moved up 3.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 112 days on market with 9.5 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.1% · poverty 9.8% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 82225, Niobrara County WY
Schools in this rural Niobrara County area are primarily served by the Niobrara County School District, which maintains small, community-focused facilities.
The area is subject to high wildfire risk typical of eastern Wyoming's rangelands and requires standard property insurance coverage for rural structures.
Economic momentum is driven by agriculture, energy, and local government services with limited large-scale industrial development.
Property taxes are assessed by Niobrara County based on fair market value; Wyoming has no state personal income tax, which benefits local property owners.
Commutes are primarily local or involve long-distance travel to regional hubs like Lusk or Douglas via US-85 and US-18.
Recreation is centered on outdoor activities including hunting, fishing, and access to the expansive plains and nearby national forest lands.
The rental market is thin with limited inventory, primarily serving local workers and long-term residents rather than short-term vacationers.
The economy is anchored by agriculture, ranching, and local government services, with energy sector activity providing secondary employment.
Transportation is heavily reliant on personal vehicles with no public transit infrastructure available in this rural region.
No major commercial or residential developments are currently reported for this rural ZIP code.
Niobrara County Assessor manages property valuations based on annual market analysis and state-mandated assessment cycles.
Parcels are subject to Niobrara County school and hospital district levies.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by rural fire risk and the distance to emergency services.
Wyoming is a non-judicial foreclosure state, allowing for efficient processing of defaults under state statutes.
Sellers are required to provide a property disclosure statement regarding known material defects.
Data retrieved from Census Bureau QuickFacts and ACS 5-year estimates for Niobrara County/ZCTA 82225.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Expansive public land offering hunting, hiking, and wildlife viewing.
Local community park providing green space and recreational facilities.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.