Natrona County, Wyoming Housing Market
In Natrona County, Wyoming, the median home value is $273,000, with a median monthly rent of $1,016. This places Natrona County at #764 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #14 within Wyoming.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $1,220
- Establishments: 3,928
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 197
- Multi-family: 2
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 34,210 (avg $94,158)
- Outflow: 31,490 (avg $92,483)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 3 active ZIP codes in Natrona County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 82601 | 327.2 | +5.30% | 2025 |
| 2 | 82604 | 319.0 | +3.41% | 2025 |
| 3 | 82609 | 306.9 | +0.53% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | Natrona County | Wyoming Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $273,000 | $346,991 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,016 | $941 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 73.7% | 73.6% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 22.4 | 28.8 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Natrona County is 21.3% below the Wyoming state average and 19.9% above the U.S. national average. The median rent of $1,016/month is 8.0% above the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 22.4, renting is generally more cost-effective than buying in the short to medium term. The market favors buyers only for long-term holds.
Natrona County has an owner-occupancy rate of 73.7%, compared to 73.6% in Wyoming and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more homeowner-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Otter Tail County | Minnesota | $273,000 | $868 |
| Boone County | Missouri | $272,800 | $1,088 |
| Franklin County | Florida | $273,300 | $1,049 |
| Adams County | Washington | $273,300 | $877 |
| Stearns County | Minnesota | $273,400 | $1,068 |
Other Counties in Wyoming
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fremont County | $268,800 | $898 | 70.1% |
| Campbell County | $279,100 | $1,009 | 77.7% |
| Crook County | $285,800 | $852 | 78.1% |
| Uinta County | $290,000 | $900 | 76.6% |
| Converse County | $292,700 | $866 | 77.3% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-14. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).