Teton County
countyTeton County, located in the northwest corner of Wyoming, is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and outdoor recreational opportunities. As of 2020, the population was 23,331. The county is home to the iconic Teton Range, Grand Teton National Park, and a significant portion of Yellowstone National Park. Jackson, the county seat and only incorporated town, serves as a vibrant hub for tourism and the arts. Economy in Teton County is largely driven by tourism, with major employment sectors including hospitality, recreation, and real estate. The county is known for its high per capita income, which reached almost half a million dollars ($471,751) in 2023, making it one of the wealthiest counties in the United States. This is attributed to investment income and the presence of high-net-worth individuals. Teton County's distinctive character stems from its dramatic landscapes, abundant wildlife, and a unique blend of Western heritage and modern affluence. The area's history is intertwined with Native American tribes, fur trapping, and early homesteading, while today it stands as a world-class destination for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking a high quality of life.
Teton County, Wyoming
- Classification
- County
- FIPS Code
- 56-039
- Country
- United States
- County
- Teton County
- Region
- Northwest
- Total Area
- 4,216 sq mi
- Land Area
- 3,995 sq mi
- Water Area
- 221 sq mi
- Latitude
- 43.8527
- Longitude
- -110.5885
- Climate
- Mountainous region with variable weather conditions
- Notable Features
- Teton Range · Grand Teton National Park · Yellowstone National Park · Snake River · Jackson Hole
- Neighboring Areas
- Park County (Northeast) · Fremont County (East) · Sublette County (Southeast) · Lincoln County (South) · Bonneville County, Idaho (Southwest) · Teton County, Idaho (Southwest) · Fremont County, Idaho (West) · Gallatin County, Montana (Northwest)
- Population (2020)
- 23,331
- Est. Population (2023)
- 23,358
- Median Age
- 40.1
- Median Income
- $112,681
- Family Households
- 61.1%
- Owner-Occupied
- 61.5%
- Racial & Ethnic Composition
- In 2023, the racial makeup of the county was 78.9% White (Non-Hispanic), 9.98% Other (Hispanic), 3.05% Two Races Including Other (Hispanic), 1.73% Two Races Excluding Other, & Three or More Races (Non-Hispanic), and 1.59% White (Hispanic).
- Government Type
- County Commissioners
- Governing Body
- Board of County Commissioners
- School District
- Teton County School District No. 1
- Municipal Services
- Administration · Animal Shelter · Assessor · Attorney · Building Division · Circuit Court · Clerk of District Court · Coroner · County Clerk · Emergency Management · Fire/EMS · Health Department · Historical Society & Museum · Integrated Solid Waste & Recycling · Library · Parks & Recreation · Planning & Development · Public Health · Search & Rescue · Sheriff · Treasurer · Weed & Pest
- Economic Profile
- Tourism · Resort Community · Real Estate · Investment Income
- Employment Sectors
- Management Occupations · Sales & Related Occupations · Food Preparation & Serving Related Occupations
- Major Employers
- Grand Teton National Park · Vail Resorts (Jackson Hole Mountain Resort) · St. John's Health
- Students
- 2,822
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- School Districts
- Teton County School District No. 1
- Transportation
- US-26 · US-89 · US-191 · START Bus (Public Transit)
- Utilities
- Municipal Water · Municipal Power · Fiber/Broadband
- Major Facilities
- Teton County Integrated Healthcare · St. John's Health · Jackson Hole Airport · Teton County Fairgrounds · Community Recreation Center
- Outdoor Access
- Yes
- Major Recreation Areas
- Grand Teton National Park · Yellowstone National Park · Bridger-Teton National Forest · National Elk Refuge · Jackson Hole Mountain Resort
- Parks & Trails
- Teton County Parks · Community Recreation Center · Teton Pass Trail
- Founded
- 1921
- Named After
- Teton Range
- Historical Significance
- Teton County's history is marked by its remote location, dependence on natural resources, and the establishment of world-renowned national parks.
- Key Events
- County created from a portion of Lincoln County · Special act of Wyoming Legislature required for creation · Early homestead settlement in Jackson Hole began in the 1880s · Creation of Grand Teton National Park in 1929
