Campbell County, Wyoming facts for kids
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Campbell County
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Campbell County Courthouse
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Location within the U.S. state of Wyoming
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| Country |  United States |
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| State |  Wyoming |
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| Founded | February 21, 1911 | |
| Named for | Robert Campbell | |
| Seat | Gillette | |
| Largest city | Gillette | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 4,807 sq mi (12,450 km2) | |
| • Land | 4,803 sq mi (12,440 km2) | |
| • Water | 4.0 sq mi (10 km2) 0.08%% | |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 47,026 | |
| • Estimate
(2023)
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47,498  |
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| • Density | 9.7828/sq mi (3.7772/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC−7 (Mountain) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−6 (MDT) | |
| Congressional district | At-large | |
Campbell County is a county located in the state of Wyoming in the United States. It is known for its wide-open spaces and important natural resources. As of 2020, about 47,026 people lived here. This makes it the third-most populated county in Wyoming. The main city and county seat is Gillette. Campbell County is also part of the Gillette, WY Micropolitan Statistical Area, which is a smaller urban area.
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History of Campbell County
Campbell County was officially created in 1911. It was formed from parts of two other counties: Crook County and Weston County.
The county's name comes from one of two important people. It might be named after John Allen Campbell. He was a governor of the Wyoming Territory a long time ago. Or, it could be named for Robert Campbell. He was a famous trapper and fur trader in the early days of the American West.
Geography and Nature
Campbell County is a large area in Wyoming. The U.S. Census Bureau says the county covers about 4,807 square miles. Most of this area, about 4,803 square miles, is land. A small part, about 4 square miles, is water.
Neighboring Counties
Campbell County shares its borders with several other counties.
- Powder River County, Montana – to the north
- Crook County – to the northeast
- Weston County – to the southeast
- Converse County – to the south
- Johnson County – to the southwest
- Sheridan County – to the west
Main Roads and Travel
Several important highways run through Campbell County. These roads help people travel across the county and connect to other areas.
Interstate 90
I-90 Bus.
U.S. Highway 14
U.S. Highway 16
Wyoming Highway 50
Wyoming Highway 51
Wyoming Highway 59
Wyoming Highway 387
Wyoming Highway 450
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For public transportation, Jefferson Lines offers bus services.
Protected Natural Areas
Part of the Thunder Basin National Grassland is located in Campbell County. This is a large area of protected grasslands. It is managed for conservation and public use.
Population and People
The number of people living in Campbell County has changed a lot over the years.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 5,233 | — | |
| 1930 | 6,720 | 28.4% | |
| 1940 | 6,048 | −10.0% | |
| 1950 | 4,839 | −20.0% | |
| 1960 | 5,861 | 21.1% | |
| 1970 | 12,957 | 121.1% | |
| 1980 | 24,367 | 88.1% | |
| 1990 | 29,370 | 20.5% | |
| 2000 | 33,698 | 14.7% | |
| 2010 | 46,133 | 36.9% | |
| 2020 | 47,026 | 1.9% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 47,498 | 3.0% | |
| US Decennial Census 1870–2000 2010–2020 |
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In 2010, there were 46,133 people living in the county. Most people were white (93.2%). Other groups included American Indian, Asian, and Black or African American people. About 7.8% of the population was of Hispanic or Latino background. Many residents have German, Irish, or English family roots.
The average age of people in Campbell County in 2010 was about 31.9 years old. This shows it is a relatively young community. Many households (39.0%) had children under 18 living with them.
Cities and Towns
Campbell County has a few main communities where people live.
City
- Gillette is the largest city and the county seat. This means it is the center for the county's government.
Town
- Wright is another important town in the county.
Census-Designated Places
These are areas that are like towns but are not officially incorporated as cities or towns.
Smaller Communities
Campbell County also has several smaller, unincorporated communities. These places do not have their own local government.
- Croton
- Echeta
- Pleastantdale
- Recluse
- Rozet
- Savageton
- Spotted Horse
- Weston
- Wyodak
Former Community
- Antelope Valley-Crestview used to be a census-designated place.
Notable People from Campbell County
Some well-known people have lived in Campbell County.
- Tom Lubnau served as the Speaker of the Wyoming House of Representatives. This is a very important leadership role in the state government.
- Sue Wallis was a Republican member of the Wyoming House. She represented Campbell County in the state legislature.
See also
In Spanish: Condado de Campbell (Wyoming) para niños
