Torrington, Wyoming
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Mayor – Leroy Schafer
2017 East A Street
Population: 5,776
PO Box 250
2017 E A St
Torrington, WY 82240
(307) 532-5666
www.city-of-torrington.org/
View Town of Torrington Profile (pdf)
Location | Community Recreation Facilities | Populations | Climate | Income Levels | Education | Housing | Area Businesses
LOCATION
Torrington is located in Southeast Wyoming near the Nebraska Panhandle along the North Platte River. Its location is ideal for manufacturers looking for a costeffective location to serve the Rocky Mountain Area and the Midwest. Cheyenne, Wyoming is only 85 miles to the south where various distribution centers are located. The economy is diversified by manufacturing of agriculture products - sugar and ethanol - and wood composite products using straw and recycled plastics. The correctional institution presently under construction will create varied employment opportunities and new markets for local business and industry.
| Distance to nearby cities: | |
|---|---|
| Cheyenne, WY | 85 miles |
| Casper, WY | 145 miles |
| Denver, CO | 184 miles |
COMMUNITY/RECREATION FACILITIES
| Number of Churches | 23 of various denominations |
| Motels/Hotels | 8 with 236 total rooms |
| Museums | 1 |
| Parks | 5 |
| Nearby Lakes | Hawk Springs Recreation Area
30 miles south Guernsey Reservoir 35 miles west |
| Golf Course | 18-holes |
| Swimming | 1 pool |
POPULATION
After a significant increase in the 1970’s, the City of Torrington’s population has remained relatively constant over the past four decades and is projected to stay much the same over the next 25 years.
Age
| Median age of the community is 41. | ||
| Age Range | Number | % |
|---|---|---|
| Under 19 | 1,561 | 27.0 |
| 20 to 44 | 1,675 | 29.0 |
| 45 to 64 | 1,325 | 22.9 |
| 65 and older | 1,215 | 21.0 |
| Population by Race | % |
|---|---|
| White Alone | 98.8 |
| Black or African American | 0.3 |
| American Indian | 0.9 |
| Asian | 0.3 |
| Pacific Islander | 0.1 |
| Some Other Race Alone | 3.7 |
| Two or More Races | 1.2 |
| Hispanic Origin | 9.5 |
CLIMATE
| Average Number of Days of Sunshine | 319 |
| Average High Temperature for July | 89.3°F |
| Average Low Temperature for July | 55.7°F |
| Average High Temperature for January | 40.4°F |
| Average Low Temperature for January | 10.9°F |
INCOME LEVELS (2000)
| Median household income | $30,136 |
| Median family income | $40,750 |
| Per capita income | $16,026 |
| Families below poverty level | 9.3% |
| Individuals below poverty level | 13.3% |
EDUCATION
Lincoln Elementary - Kindergarten through 2nd Grade
1402 East P Street | (307) 532-4003
Trail Elementary - 3rd through 5th Grade
1601 East M Street | (307) 532-5429
Valley Christian - Preschool through 5th Grade
2980 East D Street | (307) 532-3133
Torrington Middle School - 6th through 8th Grade
626 West 25th Avenue | (307) 532-7014
Torrington High School - 9th through 12th Grade
23rd Avenue and West C Street | (307) 532-7101
www.goshen.k12.wy.us
Eastern Wyoming College - 2 yr Community College
3200 West C Street | (307) 532-8200
University of Wyoming - Outreach Site
3200 West C Street - Room 252
HOUSING
| Total Units | 2,676 |
| Total Occupied Units | 91% |
| Owner Occupied | 60% |
| Renter Occupied | 31% |
| Median Home Value | $136,317 |
| Median Rent | $522 |
EMPLOYMENT
Major employers in the Torrington Wyoming community include the Goshen County School District, Banner Health, Western Sugar Cooperative, St. Joseph’s Children’s Home and the City of Torrington.
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