The Community of Gillette
GILLETTE AT A GLANCE
Known as the Energy Capital of the nation, Gillette and Campbell County produce more than 30 percent of the nation's coal and is rich in oil, natural gas and coalbed methane. Gillette is located on the rolling plains of northeastern Wyoming, between the Big Horn mountains to the west and the Black Hills of South Dakota to the east.
Gillette began as a railroad hub in the 1890s to support cattle and sheep ranching, and began its first energy boom in the 1940's. This young, vibrant community of 28, 000 has an average age of 33 and boasts a healthy and diverse economy, excellent schools and abundant recreation.