Bar Nunn
Ranch subdivision built on a former WWII-era airstrip north of Casper
Why People Move Here
Bar Nunn is a 3,000-resident town north of Casper built on the site of Wardwell Field, Natrona County's original municipal airport. Rancher Romie Nunn purchased the 640-acre former airfield in 1954 for $20,500 and subdivided it in 1958, turning runways into streets and laying out homes along them. The result is a distinctive elongated street grid still visible from the air. The town incorporated in 1980 and has grown 35% since 2010, with some of the newest housing stock in the state. It carries a notably high homeownership rate (95.8%) and the highest median household income (~$99K) among Casper's three suburbs. A new municipal police department launched in 2025, with full operations expected by mid-2026.
Key Statistics
Data sourced from census records, school district reports, and local transit authorities.
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School Districts
Natrona County School District #1
B- Bar Nunn Elementary (289 students, PK-5, 13:1 student-teacher ratio per Niche)
- District-wide enrollment ~12,799 students, 14:1 ratio
- Natrona County High School (Niche B+, 2,051 students, 16:1 ratio)
FAQ — Bar Nunn
What is the history of Bar Nunn's airstrip street layout?
Bar Nunn was built on the site of Wardwell Field, Natrona County's municipal airport from 1930 to 1952 (named after pilot Major Doyen P. Wardwell). Rancher Romie Nunn purchased the 640-acre property in 1954 for $20,500 and subdivided it in 1958 as Bar Nunn Ranch Subdivision. Former runways became streets and homes were laid out along them, creating the distinctive elongated grid still visible on satellite imagery.
What is the median home price in Bar Nunn?
Redfin reports a median sale price of $327,000 as of January 2026, up 18.9% year-over-year. Zillow listings ranged $350K-$422K through mid-to-late 2025. The housing stock is some of the newest in the nation per NeighborhoodScout, and the homeownership rate is 95.8%.
What schools and parks are in Bar Nunn?
Bar Nunn Elementary (289 students, PK-5, 13:1 ratio) is the local school within Natrona County School District #1 (Niche B-). Natrona County High School (Niche B+) serves older students. The town maintains four parks — Antelope Park (baseball, basketball, tennis), Romie Nunn Park, High Plains Park, and Heritage Park — plus the Bar Nunn Community Center with a gym and weight room. Verify enrollment eligibility by address.
How long is the commute from Bar Nunn to downtown Casper?
About 11 minutes off-peak and up to 14 minutes during busier hours, covering approximately 7 miles via Amoco Road or Salt Creek Highway. Casper-Natrona County International Airport is about 12 minutes away.
What restaurants and shops are in Bar Nunn?
The Hangar Bar & Grill occupies a converted airport hangar and serves American cuisine including breakfast and brunch. Chatters is a neighborhood pub and pool hall. Grant Street Grocery and Market offers a butcher counter, international groceries, and a lunch counter. Most shopping and dining requires a drive to Casper (~11 min).
How does Wyoming's tax structure affect Bar Nunn buyers?
Wyoming has no personal income tax, no capital gains tax, and no corporate income tax. Natrona County's combined sales tax is 5.0% (4.0% state plus 1.0% local), and the statewide effective property tax rate is roughly 0.59% — among the lowest in the U.S. Bar Nunn provides municipal water, sewer, and garbage service.
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