Teton County

Teton County is located in northwestern Wyoming along the Idaho border, encompassing much of the Jackson Hole valley and the Teton Range. Established in 1921, it developed as a regional center for ranching and later recreation-based services tied to nearby protected lands, including Grand Teton National Park and areas adjacent to Yellowstone National Park. The county is small in population (about 23,000 residents as of the 2020 U.S. Census) but has a large seasonal visitor presence. Its landscape is defined by alpine mountains, glacial valleys, and extensive public lands, with settlement concentrated in the town of Jackson and surrounding unincorporated areas. The local economy is dominated by tourism, hospitality, and real estate, alongside government employment and a limited ranching sector. Teton County is predominantly rural in land area, with a culture shaped by outdoor recreation, conservation, and Western heritage. The county seat is Jackson.

Teton County is located in northwestern Wyoming along the Idaho border and includes the Town of Jackson and the Jackson Hole valley. It is part of Wyoming’s mountainous Greater Yellowstone region and contains the southern portion of Grand Teton National Park.

Population Size

According to the U.S. Census Bureau’s county-level estimates in the QuickFacts profile for Teton County, Wyoming, Teton County had an estimated population of 23,812 (2023).

Age & Gender

From the U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts (Teton County, Wyoming):

• Under 18 years: 14.4%
• 65 years and over: 15.7%
• Female persons: 46.3%
• Male persons: 53.7% (calculated as 100% − female share)
• Gender ratio: approximately 116 males per 100 females (derived from the female share reported by QuickFacts)

Racial & Ethnic Composition

From the U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts (Teton County, Wyoming):

• White alone: 90.5%
• Black or African American alone: 0.6%
• American Indian and Alaska Native alone: 0.7%
• Asian alone: 1.3%
• Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone: 0.2%
• Two or more races: 6.7%
• Hispanic or Latino (of any race): 16.4%

Household & Housing Data

From the U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts (Teton County, Wyoming):

• Households: 10,563
• Persons per household: 2.16
• Owner-occupied housing unit rate: 47.5%
• Median value of owner-occupied housing units: $2,240,800
• Median gross rent: $2,108

For local government and planning resources, visit the Teton County official website.

Teton County, Wyoming is mountainous and includes large protected areas, concentrating residents in a few valleys while leaving many locations with difficult terrain for last‑mile networks; this geographic pattern can constrain reliable digital communication such as email.

Direct county-level email usage statistics are not routinely published, so email access trends are inferred from household digital access proxies reported by the U.S. Census Bureau data portal (American Community Survey), including broadband subscription and computer availability. Higher household broadband and computer access generally correlate with higher email adoption, while gaps in either indicator typically reduce routine email use.

Age structure influences email adoption because older adults are less likely to adopt or frequently use online services than prime working-age adults; Teton County’s age profile from the U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts for Teton County provides the relevant distribution context. Gender composition is not a primary driver of email adoption at the county level; it is more commonly associated with differences in device and platform preferences than access.

Connectivity constraints are shaped by rugged topography and dispersed settlement patterns; countywide planning context is reflected in Teton County government materials, while broadband availability and provider footprints are summarized by the FCC National Broadband Map.

Teton County is in northwestern Wyoming and includes the Town of Jackson and large areas of mountainous and protected public land adjacent to Grand Teton and Yellowstone. The county’s terrain (steep mountains, forested valleys) and dispersed settlement pattern outside Jackson create propagation challenges for cellular networks, while the population and visitor concentration in Jackson and along major corridors tends to align with stronger coverage. Teton County’s permanent population is relatively small and density is low outside the Jackson area, factors that commonly reduce the business case for dense rural cell-site deployment.

Data scope and limitations (county-level specificity)

County-specific measures of “mobile penetration” (device ownership) and “mobile-only” household status are not consistently published at the county level. National surveys (Census and CDC/NCHS) and model-based coverage datasets (FCC) are the main public sources, but many adoption indicators are available only for states, regions, or larger geographies. Where Teton County–specific figures are not available from authoritative sources, this overview distinguishes (1) network availability from (2) household adoption and explicitly notes limits.

Network availability (coverage and technology), not adoption

Primary public source for availability: The FCC’s Broadband Data Collection (BDC) provides provider-reported availability for mobile broadband by technology generation and location. County-level views can be derived from FCC maps and downloadable datasets. See the FCC’s National Broadband Map and FCC BDC documentation and data access via FCC Broadband Data.

4G LTE availability

• General pattern: 4G LTE availability in Teton County is typically strongest in and near Jackson, along major road corridors, and in valley bottoms. Coverage often weakens in mountainous areas, canyons, and remote parts of the county where line-of-sight is blocked and backhaul is limited.
• Why terrain matters: Mountain shadowing and limited tower siting opportunities in protected landscapes contribute to patchy service, especially away from developed areas and highways.

5G availability

• General pattern: 5G availability in Teton County is most commonly concentrated in and near Jackson and other higher-demand locations, with more limited footprint across remote terrain.
• Important availability caveat: FCC availability layers reflect where providers report service, not guaranteed in-building performance, speed consistency, or service while moving through rugged terrain.

Practical connectivity constraints in mountainous and protected areas

• Large portions of land in and around Teton County are public or protected, which can constrain tower placement and increase permitting complexity. This affects availability even where demand exists.
• Seasonal tourism increases network load in peak periods, which can affect experienced performance even when coverage exists. This is a performance consideration rather than an availability indicator.

Household adoption and mobile access indicators (availability vs adoption)

This section addresses adoption (use and subscription), which is distinct from whether a network is present.

County-level adoption data: limited

• The U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (ACS) provides county estimates for household computer ownership and “internet subscription,” but it does not produce a direct county estimate of smartphone ownership for all households. The most commonly cited ACS table for household connectivity is accessible through data.census.gov (search for Teton County, WY, and tables related to “Computer and Internet Use”).
• ACS internet subscription categories (where available for counties) typically distinguish broadband types such as cable, fiber, DSL, satellite, and cellular data plans. The presence of “cellular data plan” as a subscription type indicates adoption of mobile internet at home but does not indicate the quality or ubiquity of coverage.

State-level context often used when county figures are unavailable

• National and state comparisons commonly rely on the Census Bureau’s American Community Survey and other federal surveys, but translating these to Teton County requires caution because Teton’s demographics (income distribution, cost of living, seasonal population) can differ materially from statewide averages.

Mobile internet usage patterns (how mobile connectivity is used)

County-specific usage behavior (time on mobile, app mix, data consumption) is generally not published by federal statistical agencies. The most defensible public indicators for local “usage patterns” are:

Mobile as a home internet substitute (mobile-only or cellular plan subscriptions)

• ACS internet subscription data (where sample sizes allow publication) can indicate the share of households reporting a cellular data plan as their internet subscription. This is an adoption measure and can be compared to other subscription types to infer substitution patterns (for example, where wired broadband is less available or less affordable).
• In rural and mountainous settings, households outside town centers may rely more on a mix of satellite, fixed wireless, and cellular options depending on availability; however, the precise share for Teton County requires direct consultation of published ACS tables on data.census.gov.

On-the-go connectivity along travel corridors

• In areas with tourism and large public lands, mobile usage tends to concentrate along highways, trailheads, and developed nodes where coverage exists. This is an availability-driven pattern; county-level measured usage volumes are generally proprietary (carrier analytics) and not publicly reported.

Common device types (smartphones vs other devices)

What is publicly measurable

• The ACS measures whether households have computing devices (desktop/laptop, smartphone, tablet, other) in “Computer and Internet Use” tables, but publication at the county level depends on survey reliability and table availability for that county. Where published, these tables provide the best non-proprietary indicator of smartphone presence relative to other device categories. Access via data.census.gov.

County-level specifics: data availability varies

• Public county-level estimates for smartphone vs basic phone ownership are generally not produced in standard federal tables. As a result, definitive statements about the proportion of residents using smartphones versus feature phones in Teton County cannot be made from widely available public datasets.

Demographic and geographic factors influencing mobile usage and connectivity

Geography and land use

• Mountainous topography: Signal obstruction and fewer viable tower locations reduce coverage continuity away from Jackson and main corridors.
• Public/protected lands: Large shares of surrounding land managed by federal agencies can limit infrastructure siting and increase backhaul costs, influencing network availability patterns more than household adoption preferences.

Population distribution and seasonal dynamics

• Clustered settlement: Jackson’s concentration supports stronger network investment and higher likelihood of multi-carrier coverage compared with outlying areas.
• Seasonal visitation: Visitor surges can increase network congestion in developed areas. This affects experienced speeds and reliability more than the nominal presence of 4G/5G coverage.

Socioeconomic context (adoption-related, not availability)

• Household adoption of mobile services is influenced by income, housing costs, and the relative price of wired versus wireless options. County-specific adoption by income or age can sometimes be derived from ACS cross-tabulations, but publication and reliability vary and require table-by-table confirmation on data.census.gov.

Distinguishing availability from adoption (summary)

• Network availability: Best assessed through FCC BDC coverage data and maps (provider-reported 4G/5G availability). See the FCC National Broadband Map.
• Household adoption: Best assessed through ACS “Computer and Internet Use” tables (internet subscription types such as cellular data plans and device categories where published). Access via Census data.census.gov.
• County-level penetration/usage detail: Comprehensive county-level “mobile penetration” and detailed mobile usage metrics are not routinely published in public datasets; statements beyond FCC availability and ACS household subscription/device indicators are limited by data availability.

Teton County is located in northwestern Wyoming and includes Jackson (the county seat) as well as gateway access to Grand Teton and Yellowstone tourism. The local economy is strongly shaped by seasonal visitation, outdoor recreation, and a high share of service-sector employment alongside a smaller resident base, all of which tends to increase reliance on mobile-first communication, event discovery, and visually oriented platforms.

User statistics (penetration / active use)

• Local, county-specific social media penetration and “active user” counts are not published in standard public datasets (major benchmarks such as Pew Research Center report at the national or state level rather than by county).
• Nationally, about 7 in 10 U.S. adults use at least one social media site according to the Pew Research Center social media fact sheet. This provides the most widely cited baseline for interpreting local usage in places like Teton County where direct measurement is limited.
• Internet access is a prerequisite for social media participation; Wyoming connectivity context is tracked in federal broadband reporting such as the FCC National Broadband Map (coverage and availability vary by terrain and provider footprint, which is relevant in mountainous counties).

Age group trends (highest-using groups)

Based on nationwide patterns reported by Pew (consistent across multiple survey waves):

• 18–29: highest social media usage rates and the broadest multi-platform adoption.
• 30–49: high adoption, with heavy use of Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
• 50–64: moderate adoption; Facebook and YouTube are typically strongest.
• 65+: lowest adoption; Facebook and YouTube dominate among users.
  Source: Pew Research Center—Social Media Use (demographic breakouts).

Gender breakdown

National survey results consistently show platform-level differences by gender:

• Women are more likely than men to use Instagram and Pinterest.
• Men are more likely than women to use some discussion- and video-centric platforms in certain waves (patterns vary by platform and year), while Facebook and YouTube usage is generally broad across genders.
  Source: Pew Research Center demographic tables for platform use.

Most-used platforms (typical U.S. shares; county-specific shares not publicly standardized)

Public, comparable platform usage percentages are most reliably available at the national level:

• YouTube and Facebook are typically the most-used among U.S. adults, followed by Instagram, Pinterest, TikTok, LinkedIn, X (formerly Twitter), and others (ordering varies by year).
  Source: Pew Research Center—platform-by-platform usage percentages.

Local inference relevant to Teton County’s characteristics (tourism + outdoor culture) aligns with national patterns:

• Visually oriented and discovery-driven platforms (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube) tend to be heavily used in travel and recreation contexts, while Facebook remains central for local groups, community notices, and events.

Behavioral trends (engagement patterns / preferences)

• Video-first engagement: Nationally, YouTube reaches a large share of adults, and short-form video adoption (e.g., TikTok) is concentrated in younger groups; this supports high engagement for scenic/outdoor content common to Jackson-area tourism and recreation. Source: Pew Research Center social media platform use.
• Event and community coordination: Facebook usage remains broad across adult age groups, and local groups/pages are widely used in U.S. communities for announcements, classifieds, and event discovery (especially in smaller population centers).
• Seasonality effects: In tourism-driven counties, posting and engagement commonly rise during peak travel seasons due to visitor-generated content and local business promotion concentrated around seasonal activities (lodging, dining, guiding, and events).
• Mobile and location-driven use: Travel-heavy environments increase reliance on mobile posting, map-linked content, and real-time updates; platform formats that surface nearby content (short video, geotagged posts, stories) typically capture a higher share of attention during active travel periods.

Note on data availability: Precise percentages for “active social media users,” platform shares, and demographic splits specifically for Teton County residents are generally not available from public, methodologically consistent sources. The most defensible approach is to use national demographic and platform benchmarks such as those from the Pew Research Center and interpret them in light of local economic and cultural context.

Teton County, Wyoming maintains several family and associate-related public records through county and state offices. Birth and death records are Wyoming vital records; certified copies are issued by the Wyoming Department of Health, Vital Statistics Services, not the county. County-level records commonly used for family/associate research include marriage licenses and certificates, divorce case files (district court), probate/estate cases, guardianships, and recorded property documents that show family or business relationships.

Public databases are available for some records. Recorded documents and related indexes are typically searchable through the Teton County Clerk’s recording system; access is provided via the Clerk’s office resources and links on the official site (Teton County Clerk). Court case access for divorces, probate, and guardianship is administered by Wyoming’s state courts; online availability varies, and in-person access is available through the clerk of court at the local courthouse (Teton County, Wyoming (official website)).

Residents access records online where search portals exist, and in person at the County Clerk’s office for recorded documents and marriage records. Vital records requests are handled through the state (Wyoming Vital Statistics Services).

Privacy restrictions commonly limit access to certified vital records (birth/death) and adoption records; some court files may be sealed or redacted, and identity verification and fees may apply.

Types of records available

• Marriage licenses and certificates (Teton County, WY)

  • Marriage license application and issued license: Created when a couple applies for and receives authorization to marry.
  • Marriage return/certificate: Completed after the ceremony and returned for recording, documenting that the marriage was solemnized.

• Divorce records

  • Divorce case file: Court record created when a divorce action is filed, typically including pleadings, orders, and related filings.
  • Final divorce decree (Judgment and Decree of Divorce): The court’s final order dissolving the marriage and setting terms such as property division, custody/visitation, and support where applicable.

• Annulment records

  • Annulment case file and decree: Court record for actions seeking to declare a marriage void or voidable under Wyoming law, concluding with an order/decree.

Where records are filed and how they can be accessed

• Marriage records (local recording and state vital records)

  • Teton County Clerk (recording office): Receives and records the executed marriage license/return as a county record.
    • Access: In-person requests are commonly supported; some counties provide indexing/search through office staff or public terminals. Certified copies are generally issued by the recording office for recorded instruments maintained there.
  • Wyoming Department of Health – Vital Statistics Services: Maintains statewide vital records, including marriage records, and issues certified copies under state rules.
    • Access: Requests are handled through Vital Statistics with identity and eligibility requirements.
    • Reference: Wyoming Vital Statistics Services

• Divorce and annulment records (court records)

  • Teton County District Court (Wyoming District Court, Ninth Judicial District): Divorce and annulment actions are filed and maintained as case files in the district court.
    • Access: Case files and decrees are accessed through the clerk of district court. Public access is typically available for non-sealed materials, with copying and certification available through the clerk’s office.
  • Statewide court access (Wyoming Judicial Branch): Wyoming courts provide administrative information and, in some instances, electronic access tools governed by court rules and local availability.
    • Reference: Wyoming Judicial Branch

Typical information included in these records

• Marriage license/record

  • Full names of both parties (including prior names where collected)
  • Date and place of marriage (or intended place on the license; finalized place on the return)
  • Ages and/or dates of birth
  • Residences at time of application (often city/state)
  • Names of officiant and witnesses (as recorded on the return)
  • Date of license issuance and recording information (book/page or instrument number)
  • Signatures of applicants and officiant (as applicable)

• Divorce decree and case file

  • Names of parties and case number
  • Date of filing and date of final decree
  • Findings and orders dissolving the marriage
  • Terms addressing property/debt allocation
  • Orders related to minor children (custody, visitation/parenting time, decision-making), child support, and health insurance provisions where applicable
  • Spousal support/alimony provisions where ordered
  • Restoration of a former name where granted
  • Judge’s signature and court seal on certified copies

• Annulment decree and case file

  • Names of parties and case number
  • Legal basis asserted for annulment and the court’s determination
  • Order declaring the marriage void/voidable and related relief (property, support, parentage/custody matters where applicable)
  • Judge’s signature and court certification on official copies

Privacy or legal restrictions

• Marriage records

  • Recorded marriage instruments are commonly treated as public records at the county level, subject to applicable Wyoming public records law and any specific statutory limits on disclosure.
  • Certified copies issued by the Wyoming Department of Health are restricted to eligible applicants under state vital records rules, typically requiring acceptable identification and an authorized relationship or legal interest.

• Divorce and annulment records

  • Court records are generally public unless sealed or restricted by law or court order.
  • Sensitive information (such as Social Security numbers, financial account numbers, and certain information involving minors) is commonly subject to redaction rules and confidentiality protections under court rules and applicable statutes.
  • Portions of a file may be sealed in matters involving confidentiality interests, including some cases involving minors, domestic violence protections, or other legally protected information, limiting access to the public.

Teton County is in northwestern Wyoming along the Idaho border and includes the Town of Jackson plus extensive federal public lands around Grand Teton National Park. The county has a small year‑round population with substantial seasonal influx tied to tourism and outdoor recreation, producing a tight labor market, high housing costs, and significant in‑commuting from neighboring counties.

Education Indicators

Public schools (count and names)

Teton County is primarily served by Teton County School District #1 (TCSD #1). The district’s public schools include:

• Jackson Elementary School
• Colter Elementary School
• Munger Mountain Elementary School
• Summit Innovations School (K–8)
• Jackson Hole Middle School
• Jackson Hole High School

School listings and profiles are published by TCSD #1 on its schools pages (see Teton County School District #1).

Student–teacher ratios and graduation rates

• Student–teacher ratio: Commonly reported in the mid‑teens (≈14–16:1) for the county’s public schools based on recent district and federal school profile reporting; exact ratios vary by school and year. For the latest school-level staffing and enrollment totals, use the NCES school search for Teton County, WY (National Center for Education Statistics—School Search).
• Graduation rate: Jackson Hole High School’s graduation outcomes are reported through Wyoming’s accountability and school report systems; recent cohorts are typically reported in the high‑80% to mid‑90% range depending on methodology and cohort year. State-published school report cards provide the most current verified rate (Wyoming Department of Education—Accountability and School Data).

Data note: Student–teacher ratios and graduation rates are publicly available by school and year, but figures change annually; the sources above provide the most recent official values.

Adult educational attainment (countywide)

Teton County has higher adult educational attainment than Wyoming overall, reflecting a large professional/managerial workforce segment alongside a sizable service workforce:

• High school diploma or higher (age 25+): approximately 95%+
• Bachelor’s degree or higher (age 25+): approximately 60%+

These levels are summarized in the U.S. Census Bureau’s county profiles (most recent ACS 5‑year estimates) via data.census.gov.

Notable programs (STEM, AP, career/technical)

• Advanced Placement (AP) and college‑prep coursework: Jackson Hole High School offers AP/advanced course options as part of its secondary curriculum, reflected in course catalogs and state reporting.
• Career and Technical Education (CTE): Wyoming districts commonly provide CTE pathways (skilled trades, business, applied technology, health-related pathways). TCSD #1 program availability is typically documented in district secondary course guides and Wyoming CTE reporting (Wyoming Department of Education—CTE).
• Innovation/alternative programming: Summit Innovations School operates as a district K–8 program emphasizing project‑based and community‑connected learning.

Data note: Program inventories (AP/CTE course lists) are most reliably obtained from the district’s current course catalogs and state CTE summaries, which are updated periodically.

School safety measures and counseling resources

• Safety: Like other Wyoming districts, TCSD #1 schools typically employ layered measures such as controlled building access, visitor management, emergency drills, and coordination with local law enforcement and emergency management. Specific protocols are maintained in district safety plans and building-level procedures.
• Student support services: Districts provide school counseling and student services functions (academic counseling, social-emotional supports, referrals). Staffing and services vary by school; official descriptions are maintained through district student services pages and school handbooks (see TCSD #1 for current resources).

Employment and Economic Conditions

Unemployment rate (most recent)

• Teton County’s unemployment rate is generally low relative to national averages, with noticeable seasonal swings tied to tourism.
• The most recent official annual and monthly unemployment rates are published by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and state labor market information programs. Use:
  • BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics (LAUS)
  • Wyoming Department of Workforce Services—Labor Market Information

Data note: Because Teton County is highly seasonal, annual averages and peak-season vs off-season monthly rates can differ materially.

Major industries and employment sectors

Employment is concentrated in:

• Accommodation and food services
• Arts, entertainment, and recreation
• Retail trade
• Construction (influenced by ongoing building, remodeling, and infrastructure needs)
• Real estate and rental/leasing
• Professional and management services (including finance/administration supporting tourism and high‑net‑worth residents)
• Public administration and education/health services (smaller shares than the tourism complex but stable year‑round)

Industry composition is documented in Census and BLS/QCEW datasets (BLS Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages) and county workforce profiles.

Common occupations and workforce breakdown

The occupational structure typically includes:

• Service occupations (food prep/serving, building/grounds maintenance, personal care)
• Sales and office occupations
• Construction and extraction
• Transportation and material moving (including airport-, lodging-, and delivery-related roles)
• Management, business, and financial occupations (a comparatively large professional segment for a small county)
• Protective service (parks, emergency services, local government)

The most current occupation mix (percent by SOC major group) is available through ACS tables on data.census.gov.

Commuting patterns and mean commute time

• Mean commute time: commonly reported around 15–20 minutes for resident workers (ACS mean travel time to work).
• Modes: High shares of driving alone and carpooling, with walking and biking more common than many Wyoming counties due to Jackson’s compact core and pathway network; public transit use is present but modest.
• Local vs out‑of‑county work: A substantial portion of the workforce serving Jackson and resort operations lives outside Teton County (notably in Teton County, Idaho and parts of Lincoln County, WY), reflecting housing costs. County-to-county commuting flows are documented in Census OnTheMap (LEHD).

Proxy note: The directionality of commuter flows (in‑commuting into Teton County for work) is a consistent finding across LEHD flow maps and regional housing/workforce studies, even as exact counts shift by year.

Housing and Real Estate

Homeownership vs renting

• Homeownership rate: typically below Wyoming’s statewide rate due to high prices and a large seasonal/visitor economy workforce; ACS commonly places the county in the mid‑40% to low‑50% range.
• Renter share: correspondingly high (often ~50%+), including long‑term renters and workforce households.

The most recent tenure percentages are available in ACS housing tables on data.census.gov.

Median property values and recent trends

• Median home value: among the highest in Wyoming and the Mountain West, driven by constrained land supply (public lands), high-demand second-home markets, and limited workforce housing.
• Recent multi‑year trends show strong appreciation through 2020–2022, followed by continued high prices with more variable year‑to‑year movement as interest rates increased. For current median values and trend series, use the Census ACS median value table (DP04) and market tracking such as the FHFA House Price Index (state/metro proxies) along with local market reports.

Proxy note: FHFA series are best used as a trend proxy; county-level medians are most directly captured by ACS, while transaction-based medians are available through local REALTOR®/assessor reporting.

Typical rent prices

• Median gross rent: typically well above Wyoming’s median, reflecting limited rental stock and strong demand from service and seasonal workers.
• Recent ACS medians commonly place typical rents in the upper end of Wyoming’s distribution; exact values vary by year and are reported in ACS (DP04) on data.census.gov.

Housing types and built form

• Single‑family homes and luxury properties are prominent, particularly in and around Jackson and valley neighborhoods.
• Apartments and multifamily exist but are limited relative to demand; workforce housing often includes duplexes, townhomes, deed‑restricted units, and accessory dwelling units where allowed.
• Rural lots and large‑parcel homes occur outside the town core, constrained by zoning, conservation easements, and the large share of surrounding public land.

Neighborhood characteristics (proximity to schools/amenities)

• Jackson (town core): highest proximity to schools, transit, jobs, and services; more multifamily and smaller-lot housing compared with outlying areas.
• South of Jackson and valley neighborhoods: mixed residential areas with access to schools and employment corridors; housing tends to shift toward larger lots and higher prices.
• Outlying areas near recreation access: amenity-driven demand is strong; commute distances can increase while access to parks and trail systems improves.

Data note: Neighborhood descriptions reflect land use patterns and public land geography; quantitative neighborhood indicators are best captured via local planning/land use maps.

Property tax overview

• Wyoming property taxes are generally low by U.S. standards, and Teton County’s effective rate is typically below 1% of market value for many owner‑occupied homes (rates vary by assessed value rules, mills, exemptions, and special districts).
• Typical homeowner property tax costs in Teton County can still be substantial in dollar terms because home values are very high, even when effective rates are low. For current mill levies and assessed value rules, use the Wyoming Department of Revenue—Property Tax and Teton County Assessor/Treasurer publications (county government sources).

Proxy note: Effective tax rates and “typical bill” estimates vary widely within the county due to large value dispersion and exemption eligibility; statewide property tax administration guidance provides the most consistent baseline.