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Introduction to Worland, Wyoming
Worland, Wyoming, in Washakie county, is 125 miles S of Billings, Montana and 333 miles NW of Denver, Colorado. As of the year 2000 census, 5,250 people lived in Worland.
Worland History
Worland was first settled in 1900, and the city was incorporated in 1906. It was originally located on the western side of the Big Horn River. Its founders later moved the city to the eastern side of the river because railroad tracks were laid in this area. It was named after settler C. Worland.
Worland and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Worland
The Washakie Museum provides insight into the history of the area. Sanders Park provides several recreational opportunities. The Wyoming Dinosaur Center & Dig Site, the Hot Springs County Historical Museum and the Ten Sleep Pioneer Museum are all accessible from Worland as well. The city hosts the Bluegrass Festival every August.
Worland Transportation
Flights are available from Riverton Regional Airport.
Worland Higher Education
Some of the closest colleges and universities are Montana State University-Billings, the University of Wyoming and Casper College.
Worland strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Wyoming):
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| Short Commute Times (vs. Peers) | Top 1% |  |
| Racial Diversity (vs. State) | Top 8% | |
| Affordability of Rents (vs. Peers) | Top 9% | |
| Low Property Crime (vs. Peers) | Top 10% | |
| Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. Peers) | Top 14% | |
| Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers) | Top 18% | |
Comparing Worland to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Wyoming (State):
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| Low Violent Crime | | |
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