Red Butte
Rural-residential living southwest of Casper along WY-220
Why People Move Here
Red Butte is an unincorporated CDP southwest of Casper along WY-220, named for the distinctive red sandstone buttes that served as a major Oregon Trail landmark. With roughly 1,430 residents spread across about half a square mile near the North Platte River, the community offers a rural-residential character while keeping downtown Casper a 15-minute drive northeast on CY Avenue. Homeownership rates exceed 90%, and the median home value carries a premium over the Natrona County median, reflecting larger lots and river-corridor proximity.
Key Statistics
Data sourced from census records, school district reports, and local transit authorities.
Commute Times
School Districts
Natrona County School District #1
B- District-wide enrollment ~12,799 students, 14:1 student-teacher ratio
- Kelly Walsh High School (Niche B+, ~2,073 students) and Natrona County High School (Niche B, ~1,794 students) are the two main high schools
- 43% of students proficient in math, 51% in reading (state testing)
FAQ — Red Butte
What is the median home price in Red Butte?
Niche reports a median home value of $374,300 for Red Butte as of 2023, which carries a premium over the Natrona County median of ~$313K-$328K (Redfin, late 2025). The premium reflects larger lots and North Platte River corridor proximity. Very few annual sales occur in this small CDP, so individual transactions can shift the median significantly.
How long is the commute from Red Butte to downtown Casper?
About 15 minutes off-peak via WY-220 / CY Avenue, covering roughly 10 miles. NeighborhoodScout reports most Red Butte commuters spend 15–30 minutes one-way. Wyoming Medical Center is approximately 13 minutes northeast.
What schools serve Red Butte?
Natrona County School District #1 (Niche grade B) serves all of Natrona County, including Red Butte. The district enrolls approximately 12,799 students with a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Kelly Walsh High School (Niche B+) and Natrona County High School (Niche B) are the two main high schools. Verify enrollment eligibility by address — feeder assignments vary by location.
What parks and outdoor recreation are near Red Butte?
The Red Buttes historic landmark (Oregon Trail waypoint) is visible from WY-220. North Platte River fishing and float access points are a short drive along WY-220, with the Bessemer Bend blue-ribbon trout fishery about 6 miles southwest. Rotary Park and Garden Creek Falls at the base of Casper Mountain are roughly 10 minutes east, with the 5-mile Bridle Trail loop gaining 1,200 feet of elevation.
What is the tax structure in Red Butte?
Wyoming has no personal income tax, no capital gains tax, and no corporate income tax. The combined sales tax in unincorporated Natrona County is 5.0% (4.0% state + 1.0% county — lower than the 6.0% inside Casper city limits). Effective property tax rates in Natrona County run approximately 0.62–0.69%, with Wyoming assessing residential property at 9.5% of fair market value.
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