Median Age
40 Years
Largest Age Group
35-44 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
25%
Over 65
19%
Casper
Casper, WY Area Guide
Avg Rent
$995
Population
58,263
Renter Mix
35% Rent
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Nicknamed 'The Oil City,' Casper sits along the North Platte River with the Laramie Mountain Range as its backdrop, giving it a rugged, wide-open character that's hard to find anywhere else. As Wyoming's second-largest city, it punches well above its weight with a lively downtown, the acclaimed Nicolaysen Art Museum, and the National Historic Trails Interpretive Center, which traces the storied routes of the Oregon, California, and Mormon trails. Fort Caspar Museum and Historic Site anchors the city's deep pioneer roots, while Casper Mountain draws outdoor enthusiasts year-round. Casper College adds an energetic academic presence to the mix.
Renters here will find a solid range of options, from cozy single-story apartment communities and townhomes to more spacious multi-bedroom layouts suited for anyone wanting room to breathe. The rental market stays relatively accessible compared to most Western cities, offering genuine value without sacrificing quality. Whether you prefer a spot close to downtown's shops and dining or something quieter near the foothills, there's a neighborhood to match.
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Demographics
Median Household Income
$63,577
Average: $80,477
Education
14,480
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
31,240
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Casper has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
35%
Non-Renters
65%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
19%
Other Education
81%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Casper, WY is $801 for a studio, $995 for one bedroom, $1,201 for two bedrooms, and $1,433 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Casper has decreased by -0.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$995/month
725 Sq Ft
House
$1,924/month
1,186 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Casper, WY is 10.0% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Casper is 22.0% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $801 - $1,433. You can expect to pay 0.6% less for groceries, 1.0% less for utilities, and 11.8% less for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Casper, WY is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
443 Students
Public
Grades K-5
405 Students
Public
Grades K-5
391 Students
North Casper Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
459 Students
Public
Grades K-5
444 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
795 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
796 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
466 Students
Dean Morgan Junior High School
Public
Grades 6-8
711 Students
Public
Grades K-8
189 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,051 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,794 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Tate Museum
- Werner Wildlife Museum
- The Science Zone
- Casper Planetarium
- Audubon Rockies of Casper
Airports
- Casper/Natrona County International
Colleges
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Houses for Rent in Casper
Property Management Companies in Casper, WY
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.