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It’s one of the most favorite places to live for celebrities and movie stars who want to get away from the prying eyes and flashbulbs of the paparazzi, including Harrison Ford, Tiger Woods, and Sandra Bullock. It’s also a favorite for nature lovers and those who want a variety of outdoor sports available to them. For some who need a full range of weather, from warm summers to snow-covered winters, it can’t be beat.
It’s Wyoming.
This may come as a surprise to some, who think of Wyoming as nothing more than one great big cattle ranch. It’s true that much of Wyoming’s economy and way of living still revolves around ranching, however, there have been many changes that have taken place over the years in the state that make it a favorite destination – and residence – for even the rich and famous.
The climate.
The weather in Wyoming is one of the most agreeable in the U.S. Warm and airy days are followed by cool nights for most of the state throughout the year. Notice the details provided by Wikipedia:
“The climate in Wyoming is generally a semi-arid continental climate which is drier and windier in comparison to most of the United States with temperature extremes. Much of this is due to the topography of the state. Summers in Wyoming are warm with July high temperatures averaging between 85 °F and 95 °F in most of the state. With increasing elevation, however, this average drops rapidly with locations above 9,000 feet averaging around 70 °F.
Summer nights throughout the state are characterized by a rapid cool down with even the hottest locations averaging in the 50-60 °F range at night.
In most of the state, the late spring and early summer is when most of the precipitation tends to fall. Winters are cold, but are variable with periods of sometimes extreme cold interspersed between generally mild periods, with Chinook winds providing unusually warm temperatures in some locations.
Precipitation depends on elevation with lower areas in the Big Horn Basin averaging 5-8 inches (making the area nearly a true desert). The lower areas in the North and on the eastern plains typically average around 10-12 inches making the climate there semi-arid. Some mountain areas do receive a good amount of precipitation, 20 inches or more, much of it as snow, sometimes 200 inches or more annually.”
Truly anyone who loves all four seasons and a broad range of weather throughout the year would be happy in Wyoming.
The geography.
The Great Plains meet the Rocky Mountains in Wyoming. The state is a great plateau broken by a number of mountain ranges. In the northwest are the Absaroka, Owl Creek, Gros Ventre, Wind River and the Teton ranges. In the north central are the Big Horn Mountains; in the northeast, the Black Hills; and in the southern region the Laramie, Snowy and Sierra Madre ranges.
The Teton Range in the northwest extends for 50 miles and represents the most impressive section of mountains in the state. It is home to Grand Teton, the second highest peak in Wyoming, and to Grand Teton National Park, which preserves the most scenic section of the Teton range.
These mountain ranges are some of the best known in the country and even throughout the world. A nature lover who looks forward to hiking, camping, biking, running off-road, skiing, swimming, or to any other sport or activity can probably find it in Wyoming. And with its favorable climate, it’s a great spot for anyone who enjoys just being outdoors, whatever the activity.
The economy of the state.
Wyoming actually has a very unusual economic base than other states. Because of the abundance of its natural resources, the federal government owns 50% of its landmass, and another 6% is controlled by the state. Total taxable values of mining production in Wyoming for 2001 was over $6.7 billion.
Tourism is of course another driving factor in the states economy, accounting for over $2 billion annually. In 2002, over six million people visited Wyoming’s national parks and monuments. The key tourist attractions in Wyoming include Grand Teton National Park, Yellowstone National Park, Devil’s Tower National Monument, and Fossil Butte National Monument. Each year Yellowstone National Park receives three million visitors
Wyoming’s unemployment rate for 2006 was approximately 3.3%, which is lower than the national average of 4.6%. The state does not levy an individual or corporate income tax. In addition, Wyoming does not assess any tax on retirement income earned and received from another state. Wyoming has a state sales tax of only 4%.
All of these factors make Wyoming an attractive place to work and live when it comes to computing your personal tax status and situation.
The lifestyle.
The larger cities of Wyoming, such as Jackson and Cheyenne, have a wealth of offerings when it comes to nightlife, museums, art, music, theater, and virtually anything else you might desire. Quickly becoming one of the premier independent film festivals in the country, the Jackson Hole Film Festival offers a first look at some of the most thoughtful, powerful, and inspirational films of the year.
Real estate.
Believe it or not, luxury real estate is not hard to find in Wyoming. Not all homes are ranches, not all have barns out back. Homes ranging in the millions of dollars are easy to find in this state, as many of them are built to offer the absolute best view of the nearby mountains and scenery. Hot spas, pools, stone fireplaces are all common amenities for many of these homes. And some are built into the mountains or are so far from the neighbors that they offer ultimate privacy – no wonder they’re a favorite for celebrities who want to get away from the public!
Beautiful and luxurious condos can also be found in the heart of the big cities, most built with amazing natural materials such as hardwood floors and stone walkways. Many are custom made for the ski enthusiast, just moments away from the finest mountain skiing you’ll find anywhere in the country – or even the world for that matter.
So if you’re looking for a beautiful state that offers just about anything and everything, you may want to look no further than the wide open space of Wyoming. After all, those movie stars and celebrities can’t be wrong!
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