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Introduction to Riverton, Wyoming
Riverton, Wyoming, in Fremont county, is 187 miles E of Idaho Falls, Idaho and 287 miles NW of Denver, Colorado. The city’s population is approximately 9,310.
Riverton History
Riverton was originally inhabited by the Arapaho and Shoshone Native Americans. It is named because four rivers meet near the city. The town of Riverton was established in 1906. The area was originally served by the Chicago & Northwestern Railroad, and became its supplier of railroad ties in 1914.
Riverton and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Riverton
The Lander Children's Museum, the Pioneer Association Museum of the American West and the Fremont County Pioneer Museum are all accessible from Riverton. The Riverton Museum and Wind River Heritage Center provide insights into the area’s history. Local golfers can enjoy a round at the Riverton Country Club. Apart from these, the city also hosts the Wild West Winter Carnival every February.
Riverton Transportation
Riverton Regional Airport is nearby.
Riverton Higher Education
Central Wyoming College is located in Riverton. Casper College, the University of Wyoming and Montana State University-Billings are some of the other local colleges and universities.
Riverton strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Wyoming):
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| Short Commute Times (vs. Peers) | Top 3% |  |
| Affordability of Rents (vs. Peers) | Top 10% | |
| Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers) | Top 12% | |
| Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. Peers) | Top 15% | |
Comparing Riverton to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Wyoming (State):
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| Low Violent Crime | | |
| Low Property Crime | | |
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