Demographics & Economics Profile

Overview

Why Buffalo, Wyoming? Why Not?

Buffalo is located at the base of the picturesque Big Horn Mountains. The town sits at the intersection of Interstate 25, Interstate 90 and Highway 16 which offers easy access to major cities in all directions. Wyoming is also close to vital markets such as Denver CO, and Salt Lake, UT.

Buffalo is a great location for a home and a business. There are many opportunities for recreation in and around Buffalo all year round. Activities include Nordic skiing, downhill skiing, snowmobiling, boating, fishing, hunting, camping and more. The town of Buffalo itself boasts a historic downtown and was a vital part of the history of the Old West. The Bozeman Trail crossed over Clear Creek at what is now the Bozeman Trail Steakhouse and there are several bronze statues around town depicting the Johnson County Cattle War which occurred south of Buffalo in April of 1892. The Jim Gatchell Memorial Museum is an accredited Western History Museum while the Occidental Hotel and Saloon holds the distinction of being the oldest working hotel in Wyoming and hosted the likes of Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid.

Buffalo has very little crime and none of the pressures of the big city. The pace is more relaxed with no traffic jams, noise or air pollution. In Buffalo, you will find a nurturing, supportive community full of friendly places and faces.

Transportation

With three frequently used highways, Interstate 25, Interstate 90, and Highway 16, Buffalo is easily accessible from major cities. Johnson County, of which Buffalo is the county seat, has an operating private airport. For commercial flights, the Sheridan County Airport is thirty minutes north of Buffalo. Campbell County Airport is sixty minutes east of Buffalo and the Natrona County Airport is approximately ninety minutes south of Buffalo. Sheridan, thirty minutes north, also has an operating railroad.

More About Buffalo

Buffalo Population
Estimated for 2011	*4,624
2010	*4,585
2006	*4,480
2000	3,900
1995	*3,868
1990	3,302
*U.S. Census Estimates

Climate

Elevation — Buffalo	4,645 Feet
Annual Average Temperature	57.6
Monthly Average Temperature (January)	33.7
Monthly Average Temperature (July)	84.5
Average Humidity	48%
Average Annual Precipitation	15.54″
Elevation —Kaycee	4,660 Feet
Average Snowfall	33.3″
Sunshine Days	252
Prevailing Winds	N/NW
Average Growing Days	115

Government

	Buffalo	Kaycee	County
Government	Mayor/Council	Mayor/Council	3 Commissioners
911 Number	Yes	Yes	Yes
Police Department	10 Full-time	1 Full-time	13 Full-time
Fire Department	Volunteer	Volunteer	Volunteer
Insurance Rating	6	10	Varies
Building Codes	Yes	No	No
Planning Commission	Yes	No	Yes
Subdivision Regulations	Yes	No	Yes
Business License	No	No	No
Zoning Regulations	Yes	No	No
Industrial Plan Approval	No	No	No

Communication

Newspaper

Radio Stations

Cable TV

Post Office

Telegraph Service

Express Mail & Shipping

Transportation

Major Highways	I-25, I-90 and US 16
Railroad	Burlington Northern (33 miles north)
Parcel Service	UPS, FED EX, Post Office
Bus Service	Jefferson Bus Lines
Public Transportation	Buffalo Area Transportation Service - Telephone: (307) 684-9551
Car Rentals	Enterprise in Sheridan (33 miles north)
Trucking Firms	North Park Transportation, Edson Express, USF Reddaway, Private Haulers
Airport	Lights; 6,158 Ft. Asphalt runway; No tower, instrument landing system or commercial service. Nearest Commercial Service: Sheridan (33 miles north)

Buffalo Commerce Center

Forty-five acres have curbs, gutters, streets and underground utilities. The remaining thirty acres will be developed in the future. A variety of businesses have already located at the Buffalo Commerce Park.

The addition provides the potential for different sizes of lots based on the prospective businesses’ needs. The park has easy access to Interstate 90 and Interstate 25, plus a spectacular view of the Big Horn Mountains. Strong covenants protect the quality of the development.