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Jackson Hole: It's not just a place, it's a lifestyle...
At the gateway to Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks, Jackson Hole is a vibrant community surrounded by some of the most dramatic scenery in the world. Our rustic yet refined lifestyle is defined not only by the stunning natural environment we live in, but also by a strong sense of community. We strive diligently to maintain our unique Western character through thoughtful planning, careful land use and extensive charitable giving.
More than 97 percent of Teton County is permanently protected from development in national parks, forest and public lands, and much of the private acreage is also protected in conservation programs through organization such as the Jackson Hole Land Trust. These efforts ensure that the stunning scenic corridors, open space and wildlife migration patterns will remain protected for generations to come.
Jackson Hole derives its magnetism not only from the area's vast, beautiful lands and native wildlife, but also from its limitless outdoor recreation opportunities. Skiing, hiking, camping, fishing and more are just out our back door. The region comes complete with three local ski resorts, a plethora of 18-hole golf courses, diverse trout fishing waters, and large pockets of public lands for various use.
In more recent years, Jackson Hole has become increasingly known for its happening nightlife, cultural activities and metropolitan amenities. Now, after a day of skiing or a hike in the mountains, you can grab a burger at the Brew Pub or a filet mignon at the Snake River Grill. Or you can unwind with a calming treatment at one of the many luxurious spas. Some may find two-steppin' at the Cowboy Bar or gettin' down with a reggae band at the Mangy Moose the best way to spend the evenings. And, the Grand Teton Music Festival at Teton Village features a summer full of symphonies, lectures and children's events.
One of town's most recent additions is the Center for the Arts. The pavilion offers plenty of space for art classes, non-profit organizations, art exhibits and studios. The complex also includes a state-of-the-art theater for hosting shows such as Willie Nelson, Keb' Mo, The Neville Brothers and Jackson's local Hootenanny. Locals and visitors, alike find delight in this cultural hot spot.
Flying to Jackson Hole has become much easier and much more affordable. These days, daily jet service from major cities is provided by Delta, Northwest, American, United and Frontier. In fact, since the expansion of the runway in 2002, planes as big as Air Force II have been able to fly into this resort community. Every day, more and more visitors discover Jackson Hole's allure.
In addition to attracting more visitors, Jackson Hole is attracting more new residents. People are migrating to this community because of our serene Rocky Mountain location and the daily commercial airline services, and also because Wyoming has been rated the most tax-friendly state in the nation. But, being a resident of the Cowboy State offers ore than just monetary advantages. Wyoming also has one of the lowest unemployment rates, is rich in agriculture and natural resources, and is one of the least populated states making the crime rate extremely low. These attributes have helped shape our community and our growing real estate values.
Because only 3 percent of the county's land can be privately owned and interest in owning property in Jackson Hole has heightened, real estate has become scarcer while the demand has become greater. No one can predict the future, but it seems almost certain that Jackson Hole will continue to retain the character that has attracted settlers since the early 1900s. Come visit with one of our local experts and let us introduce you to the Jackson Hole lifestyle.
- Town of Jackson population 2000 - 8,647
- Teton County population 2000 - 18,251
- Teton County ranked #1 in charitable giving among National Community Foundation
- Teton County - 2,705,676 acres
- Elevation - 6,209 ft.
- Elevation of Grand Teton - 13,770 ft.
- Valley dimensions - 60 miles long by 20 miles wide
- Wyoming has no state income tax
ACTIVITIES IN AND AROUND JACKSON HOLE, WY
Jackson Hole is an enormous natural playground for both winter and summer enthusiasts. Some of the most popular activities include:
BACK COUNTRY SKIING
Enjoy fresh, unbroken powder every run. On these tours you can receive the workout of a lifetime and enjoy runs that few individuals will see, much less ski during the course of the winter.
DOWNHILL SKIING
The downhill experience in Jackson can only be described as inspiring. Choose from any of the three ski areas and you surely will not be disappointed.
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort
With 2,500 acres of legendary inbound terrain, a 4,139 ft. vertical rise, and 459 inches of average snowfall each winter, Jackson Hole offers a truly unique winter experience.Two distinct mountains in the heart of the Tetons Rendezvous and Apres Vous make up Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, home to incredible skiing for the past 40 years.
Snow King Resort
Blocks from Jackson Holeıs town square, Snow King Mountain rises dramatically, with stunning views of the valley and Teton Mountain Range. This mountain was Jacksonıs first ski area and one of the first in the United States.
Grand Targhee Resort
Grand Targhee is located in the Caribou-Targhee National Forest in western Wyoming. The base is at 8,000 ft. in the magnificent Teton Mountain Range, 42 miles west of Jackson Hole,Wyoming, and 87 miles northeast of Idaho Falls, Idaho. Grand Targhee is famous for consistently superb snow conditions with over 500 inches annually.
SNOWMOBILING
The ultimate winter activity for the adrenaline junky.
FLY FISHING
The Jackson Hole, Grand Teton and Yellowstone regions offer a great diversity of fly fishing opportunities, from intimate small spring-fed creeks to flowing, bold rivers. Favorite destinations include Yellowstone Lake, the Snake River, the Salt River between Afton and Alpine and the Green River near theWind River Mountains.
GOLFING
Teton Pines (Wilson, WY)
18-hole course designed by Arnold Palmer and Ed Seay.The course becomes a cross-country ski course in winter months.
Jackson Hole Golf & Tennis (Jackson, WY)
The valleyıs first golf course, an 18-hole course, recently completed a $15 million upgrade, designed by Robert Trent Jones II.
3 Creek Ranch (Jackson, WY)
18-hole course designed by Rees Jones ranked in Golf Digest as one of Americaıs best new private golf courses.
Snake River Sporting Club (Jackson, WY)
Tom Weiskopf 18-hole golf course located in the Snake River Canyon.
Shooting Star (Teton Village, WY)
Located at the base of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, Shooting Starıs Tom Fazio designed 18- hole golf course is currently being constructed and is scheduled for completion in the summer of 2009.
MOUNTAIN CLIMBING
The Teton Range is home to some of the best climbing in North America. Guide services offer trips into the Tetons for all levels of ability, and for the beginner they offer several courses in climbing and general mountaineering.
MOUNTAIN BIKING
There is a wide array of trails for mountain biking, including rolling forest and service roads to "white-knuckle" single track abound throughout the surrounding national forest.
THE ARTS
Center for the Arts
A 41,000 sq. ft.Arts & Education Pavilion, a 500-seat theatre, Music Center, and theater rehearsal space. The Pavilion offers space for 20 nonprofit organizations creating an atmosphere of collaboration and inspiration.
National Museum of Wildlife Art
The museum is unique among American art museums, distinguished by its mission and location. With collections of nearly 4,000 works of art, the museum strives to enrich and inspire public appreciation of fine art and humanityıs relationship with nature. Situated just outside the town of Jackson, the museum overlooks the 20,000-acre National Elk Refuge and is on route to Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks.
Art Galleries
There are about 30 to 40 galleries in Jackson featuring the best of western art and more recently, newer galleries with a broader focus. The definition of art in the town and the surrounding valley of Jackson Hole has expanded with a popular international film festival, dedicated state-of-the-art studios, and organizations such as the Art Association.
NATIONAL PARKS AND FOREST LANDS
Grand Teton National Park
On the north end of Jackson Hole, Grand Teton National Park preserves a spectacular landscape rich with majestic mountains, pristine lakes and extraordinary wildlife. In the winter, the parkıs main roadway is plowed and open for winter travel from the town of Jackson to Flagg Ranch near Yellowstone National Parkıs south boundary.The Craig Thomas Discovery and Visitor Center in Moose is open year-round, except for December 25th.
Yellowstone National Park
Established in 1872,Yellowstone National Park is Americaıs first national park. Located ninety miles south of Jackson, it is home to a large variety of wildlife including grizzly bears, wolves, bison, and elk. Preserved within Yellowstone National Park are Old Faithful and a collection of the worldıs most extraordinary geysers and hot springs, and the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone.
Bridger-Teton National Forest
Easily accessed by Jackson Hole, Bridger-Teton offers more than 3.4 million acres of public land for outdoor recreation enjoyment.With its pristine watersheds, abundant wildlife and immense wildlands, these forest lands comprise a large part of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem the largest intact ecosystem in the lower 48 United States.Offering nearly 1.2 million acres of designatedWilderness, over 30,000 miles of road and trail and thousands of miles of unspoiled rivers and streams, the Bridger-Teton offers something for everyone.
JACKSON HOLE, WY DEMOGRAPHIC PROFILE
| POPULATION |
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| Population, 2007 estimate |
19,288 |
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Population, 2000
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18,251
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Population change since 2000
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5.37%
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Population Male
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53.28% |
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Population Female
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46.72% |
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Median Age
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38.1 |
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Married Population
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52.73% |
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Single Population
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47.27% |
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| CLIMATE/ENVIRONMENT |
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Rainfall (in.)
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18.5 |
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Snowfall (in.)
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107.8 |
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Precipitation Days
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108 |
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Sunny Days
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219 |
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MAJOR EMPLOYERS
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Summer |
Winter |
Grand Targhee Resort
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125 |
325 |
Grand Teton Lodge Company
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1,000 |
40 |
Grand Teton National Park
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330 |
140 |
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort
|
260 |
1,185 |
Signal Mountain Lodge
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150 |
6 |
Snow King Resort
|
219 |
257 |
St. Johnıs Medical Center
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541 |
541 |
Teton County School District
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66 |
407 |
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GEOGRAPHY
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Land area (square miles)
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4,007 |
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Elevation ft.
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6,581 |
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Nearest Metropolitan area
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Salt Lake City |
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Private Land Ownership
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3% |
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Federal/State Land Ownership
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97% |
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Voting Registered as Democrat
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52.6% |
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Registered as Republican
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45.1% |
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Registered as Independent
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2.3% |
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TRANSPORTATION
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Average one-way commute time
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18.4 minutes |
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Travel in Automobile, alone
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66.87% |
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Carpool
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13.24% |
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Mass Transit
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1.96% |
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Work from Home
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7.04% |
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ECONOMICS
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Unemployment Rate
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1.5% |
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Recent Job growth
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4.09% |
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10 yr future job growth pred.
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33.52% |
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Sales tax rate
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6.00% |
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Income tax
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0.0% |
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Employment by Occupation:
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Precision Service
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16.78% |
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Administrative Support
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15.21% |
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Sales
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14.38% |
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Executive and Management
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13.68% |
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Service
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11.35% |
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Professional
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11.26% |
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Technician & Related Support
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3.4% |
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Laborer
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4.64% |
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Transportation & Material Moving
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2.96% |
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Machine Operator
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2.79% |
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Farming, Forestry, & Fishing
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3.46% |
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Private Household
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.09% |
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| HOUSING |
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Living in same house in 1995 and 2000
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39.5% |
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Homeownership rate, 2000
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54.8% |
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Persons per household, 2000
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2.36 |
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Housing units, 2005
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11,597 |
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Homes Owned
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41.28% |
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Housing Vacant
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25.3% |
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Homes Rented
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33.35% |
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