The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 82643 sells for about $145,000, or $112 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.6% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 84 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $950 a month.
ZIP 82643 — Midwest
The housing market in 82643 is characterized by low inventory and slow turnover, reflecting its small, stable population base. Prices have seen modest year-over-year growth, driven by regional energy sector stability rather than speculative demand. Most metrics are consistent with a rural, non-growth-oriented market.
This ZIP is best suited for budget-conscious buyers or workers in the regional energy sector who prefer a quiet, small-town lifestyle with access to Casper's amenities.
Median prices moved up 3.6% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 84 days on market with 6.0 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
8% 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 4.1% · poverty 11.2% — 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 4.8%/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 5.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 82643, Natrona County WY
Midwest experiences low levels of reported violent crime, generally consistent with rural Natrona County trends and significantly lower than national urban averages.
The area is served by the Natrona County School District, which provides standard public education services; specific school-level ratings for the town's immediate facilities are not determinable.
The region faces moderate wildfire risk typical of the high-plains environment, with standard insurance requirements for property owners in Natrona County.
Economic momentum is tied to the regional energy sector in Natrona County, with limited new residential development activity currently reported within the town limits.
Property taxes are assessed by Natrona County based on fair market value; there is no state-level personal income tax in Wyoming, which benefits local property owners.
Residents typically commute via Wyoming Highway 259 to Casper for employment, a drive of approximately 30-40 minutes.
Local recreation is centered on outdoor access to the surrounding high plains and proximity to regional parks and fishing spots in Natrona County.
The rental market is limited in depth, primarily serving local workers with low vacancy pressure and stable, modest rent trajectories.
The local economy is heavily influenced by the energy and oil extraction industries prevalent in Natrona County.
Transportation is primarily automobile-dependent, with Highway 259 serving as the main artery to Casper.
There are no major large-scale commercial or residential developments currently approved or under construction in the ZIP.
Natrona County Assessor manages property valuations based on annual market analysis.
Parcels are subject to Natrona County School District and local fire protection district levies.
Property insurance premiums are stable, though coverage for wildfire risk is a standard consideration for homeowners.
Data retrieved from Census Bureau ZCTA-level tables.
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.
Local community green space serving the town residents.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.