LaGrange is a town in Goshen County, Wyoming, United States. The population was 372 at the time of the 2020 census.

Demographics

2010 census

As of the 2010 census, there were 448 people, 115 households, and 84 families residing in LaGrange. The population density in the town was . There were 135 housing units of an average density of . The racial makeup of LaGrange was 94.4% White, 0.9% African American, 0.9% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 2.9% from other races, and 0.7% from two or more races. Hispanics or Latinos of any race made up 7.1% of the population.

LaGrange had 115 households, of which 27.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them; 69.6% were married couples living together, 2.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 0.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 27.0% were non-families. 26.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.7% were someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.55 and the average family size was 3.11.

The town's median age was 22.1 years. 17.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 41.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 13.6% were from 25 to 44; 17.1% were from 45 to 64; and 10.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 52.5% male and 47.5% female.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of , all land.

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About LaGrange

LaGrange, Wyoming originated along the Texas cattle trail, offering settlers a place to gather. The town is named after Mr. Kale LaGrange, who settled in the area.

LaGrange serves as a meeting place for people living along both Horse Creek and Bear Creek. The annual LaGrange Mini-Fair, a big draw for the community, consists of family-oriented events such as a free will donation breakfast, parades, a rodeo for children, and an evening show with country & western entertainment.

The town has two churches, LaGrange Holiness Chapel and the non-denominational LaGrange Bible Church, and is home to the Frontier School of the Bible, a three-year college serving approximately 225 students annually.

LaGrange has a volunteer fire department and rescue unit. There are also American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary units active in civic duties, as well as a Home-makers Extension Club and 4H clubs.

Education

Public education in the town of LaGrange is provided by Goshen County School District Number 1.

Highways

  • 20px U.S. Highway 85

See also

  • List of municipalities in Wyoming

References

  • Town of LaGrange
  • Frontier School of the Bible