Teton County
Government AdministrationWyoming, United States51-200 Employees
Teton County is a mid-sized government administration based in Jackson, Wyoming, serving a year-round resort community in the northwestern part of the state. It functions as the southern gateway to Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks and includes three ski resorts within its borders. A notable characteristic of the county is its land ownership pattern, with about 97% of the area held in public ownership by federal entities such as the National Park, National Elk Refuge, and National Forest. The county has a resident population of roughly 21,500 and experiences more than five million visitors each summer. Its offerings include outdoor recreation, wildlife and open spaces, as well as dining and cultural arts, supported by county services and facilities such as parks and recreation. In recent developments, Teton County has expanded regional collaboration and internal expertise, for example by hiring a water resources coordinator to address water quality issues and by partnering with state and federal agencies on wildlife crossings.