The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 82721 sells for about $325,000, or $185 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 78 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,150 a month.
ZIP 82721 — Moorcroft
The housing market in 82721 remains stable with limited inventory and modest price growth. Demand is driven by local residents and those seeking a rural lifestyle, with few speculative pressures observed.
This ZIP is best suited for families and individuals seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with access to outdoor recreation and a lower cost of living compared to larger urban centers.
Median prices moved up 3.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 78 days on market with 6.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.8% · poverty 9.5% — 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 6.5%/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 6.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 82721, Crook County WY
Crime rates in Moorcroft are generally low and consistent with rural Wyoming standards, with property crime being the primary concern.
The area is served by Crook County School District 1, which maintains small class sizes and a community-focused educational environment.
The region faces moderate wildfire risk during dry summer months and standard winter weather hazards; flood risk is generally low outside of immediate drainage areas.
Economic momentum is tied to regional energy, agriculture, and tourism sectors, with steady but slow development patterns.
Property taxes are assessed by Crook County based on fair market value; Wyoming does not have a state personal income tax, which benefits local residents.
Commuting is primarily by private vehicle, with residents often traveling to Gillette for employment opportunities via I-90.
Local amenities include proximity to Keyhole State Park for water recreation, local parks, and access to the Black Hills National Forest for outdoor activities.
The rental market is limited in depth, characterized by low vacancy rates and a mix of long-term rentals and some seasonal housing for regional workers.
The economy is anchored by agriculture, energy extraction, and service-based businesses supporting the local community and regional travelers.
Development is primarily focused on small-scale residential infill and local business support.
Parcels are subject to Crook County School District 1 and local fire protection district levies.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional wildfire and severe weather risks common to the Wyoming plains.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov 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.
- Devils Tower National Monument4.88.6 mi
- Mato Tipila (Devil's Tower)4.88.6 mi
- Mato Tipila (Devil's Tower)4.88.6 mi
- Devils Tower Information Marker (northbound)4.78.8 mi
- Devils Tower National Monument4.88.6 mi
- Keyhole State Park4.411.4 mi
- Belle Fourche River Campground4.78.6 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Major regional attraction for boating, fishing, and camping.
Central community space for local events and recreation.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.