GOSHEN MAIN STREET DESIGNATED AS A NATIONAL CERTIFIED MAIN STREET
Torrington, WY – On behalf of Main Street businesses throughout Goshen County, Goshen Economic Development began the process of becoming a National Certified Main Street three years ago. The process included the addition of events such as 3rd Thursday’s and expansion of existing events such as Holiday activities. National Main Street Certification creates national exposure, provides additional grant funding opportunities, and results in a cohesive community.
LaGrange Demographics
LaGrange sits at the heart of Wyoming’s eastern ranch country, a few miles east of U.S. Highway 85. It’s the oldest town in Goshen County and among the oldest in the state.
While farming and ranching are the mainstays in this town of 452 people, LaGrange also encourages new entrepreneurs. The former high school was renovated to include a library, fitness center, computer lab and office space, and the community has also invested in parks and a lighted walking path to promote healthy living.
Town of LaGrange
(307) 834-2466
POPULATION
Total Population - 458
Population Growth Rate - -0.24%
Median Age - 41
Diversity Index - 17.900
HOUSING / INCOME
Households - 111
Total Housing Units - 130
Owner Occupied - 84
Renter Occupied - 27
Vacant - 19
Median Home Value - $197,222
Average Home Value - $270,238
Income Growth Rate
Median Household Income - -0.38%
Per Capita Income - 1.79%
Income Projection
Median Household - $48,975 - $53,559
Average Household - $66,412 - $73,639
Per Capita - $24,079 - $26,315
WORKFORCE
Total Businesses - 9
Total Employed - 56
Workers 16+ - 187
Transportation / Warehouse
Businesses - 2
Employed - 7
Educational Services - Businesses
Businesses - 2
Employed - 38
Construction Businesses
Businesses - 1
Employed - 2
Other Services Excl Pub Admin
Businesses - 1
Employed - 1
Public Administration
Businesses - 1
Employed - 6
Wholesale Trade Businesses
Businesses - 1
Employed - 2
Some High School - 13
Graduated High School - 68
Associates Degree - 34
Bachelor's Degree - 57
Graduate Degree - 26