Welcome to Rawlins-Carbon County, Wyoming!

"Step back in time, slow down, enjoy the wide open spaces. Immerse yourself in the feel of the Old West."

The city of Rawlins is situated within a 500 mile radius of 6 major U.S. cities: Albuquerque, Billings, Boise, Denver, Rapid City, and Salt Lake City. It sits right off of Hwy I-80, making it a perfect stopping point for travelers. Visitors enjoy downtown shopping, recreational opportunities, the Carbon County Museum, the Old Frontier Prison, and great restaurants. Rawlins also hosts many events including Pronghorn Pride Festival, Jill’s Jam Poker Run, County Fair, Music in the Park, Farmer’s Market, and Festival of Trees and Wreaths just to name a few. For upcoming event dates please visit events.rawlinsmainstreet.org

Rawlins was names after General John A. Rawlins, Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army. General Rawlins discovered a Spring here in 1867. General Rawlins was in Rawlins to assist Union Pacific survey the route of the railroad.

Statistics:

Established in 1868
Elevation: 6,755
Population: 9,006
Square Miles: 7.4
Median Household Income: Local: $36,600, National: $41,994
Largest Employers: BP, Memorial Hospital of Carbon County, Sinclair Oil Refinery, Union Pacific Railroad

For more 2000 census data visit
http://www.epodunk.com/cgi-bin/popInfo.php?locIndex=23232

For more city information please visit:

http://www.wyomingcarboncounty.com/
http://www.rawlins-wyoming.com/

Rawlins-Carbon County Chamber of Commerce

Every business needs to connect with its local community to obtain products, services, clients and employees. The Rawlins-Carbon County Chamber of Commerce connects its members large and small with the people, products, and services necessary to succeed. The Chamber's ability to provide the resources that all companies need and share is unmatched by any other business organization. As a Chamber member you have the opportunity to utilize the benefits and services we provide, you can promote your business in a positive and professional manner. As a member of the Chamber you have multiple networking opportunities, Internet visibility on the Chamber website, and the opportunity to display your business cards and/or brochures at the Chamber office. You will also have the opportunity to market your business through sponsorship in events hosted by the Chamber. We are a Community Investment Organization. We believe in supporting those who support you!