Sundance, Wyoming
Where the outlaw legend meets the open frontier. Population 1,300. Zero state income tax. Zero corporate income tax. $175K homes. Crook County seat with a hospital, courthouse, and full school district. Thirty miles from Devils Tower. Two I-90 exits. The BHC network's second Wyoming anchor and the gateway to America's first national monument.
~1,300
Population
$175K
Median Home
0%
State Income Tax
30 mi
Devils Tower
The Opportunity
Why Sundance
A genuine Western town on the I-90 corridor, 30 miles from Devils Tower, with zero income tax, county-seat services, and the kind of small-town authenticity that cannot be manufactured. The Sundance Kid got his name here — your next chapter starts here.
Zero State Income Tax
Wyoming has no state income tax — period. A remote worker earning $100K keeps $4,400+ more per year than in Colorado, and $10,900+ more than in New York. Wyoming is one of only 7 states with zero income tax.
Devils Tower Gateway
America's first national monument is 30 miles north. 400,000+ visitors per year pass through Sundance — the closest town with full services. Tourism capture opportunity meets small-town living.
I-90 Direct Access
Interstate 90 runs through town — 5,000-8,000 vehicles daily. Sundance is a natural stop between Rapid City (70 mi east) and Gillette/Sheridan (west). Visibility to thousands of potential relocators every day.
Affordable Crook County Living
At $175K median home price, Sundance offers real homes on real land at a fraction of metro costs. Low property taxes (~0.6%), no income tax, and a cost of living that makes remote salaries go 2-3x further.
County Seat Services
As the Crook County seat, Sundance has a courthouse, hospital, library, school district, and county services that smaller towns lack. Small-town authenticity with county-level infrastructure.
No Corporate Income Tax
Wyoming has zero corporate income tax, zero franchise tax, and zero inventory tax. For entrepreneurs and small business owners, Sundance is one of the most business-friendly places in America.
The Wyoming Advantage
Zero Income Tax, Zero Corporate Tax, Maximum Freedom
Wyoming is one of the most tax-friendly states in America for individuals AND businesses. Sundance gives you Wyoming's tax advantages with Devils Tower tourism, I-90 visibility, and full BHC network access. The second Wyoming city in the network — doubling down on the zero-tax advantage.
0%
State Income Tax
Wyoming is one of 7 states with zero state income tax
0%
Corporate Income Tax
No corporate income, franchise, or inventory taxes
~0.6%
Property Tax Rate
Lower than SD (1.2%), CO (0.5%), TX (1.7%), NY (1.7%)
5%
Sales Tax
State 4% + Crook County 1% — no local city tax
$16K+
Per-Pupil Funding
2.6x higher than South Dakota's $6,200 per student
#1
Business Climate
Wyoming consistently ranks among the top states for business
The Tax Math
A remote worker earning $100K in Sundance keeps every dollar of state income tax — $4,400+ more than Colorado, $5,000+ more than California, $10,900+ more than New York. A small business owner saves even more with zero corporate income tax, zero franchise tax, and zero inventory tax. Combined with $175K homes, Sundance is the most affordable zero-income-tax town in the BHC network.
The Math
Wyoming Prices, Tech Salaries
Live in a county-seat town with a hospital, courthouse, and full services — for a fraction of the cost of any metro area. $175K homes, zero income tax, and a cost of living that makes your remote salary go 2-3x further.
| Category | Sundance, WY | Denver, CO | Austin, TX | New York, NY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home | $175K | $590K | $475K | $750K+ |
| Monthly Rent (1BR) | ~$550 | ~$1,800 | ~$1,500 | ~$3,200 |
| Monthly Mortgage | ~$1,000 | ~$3,200 | ~$2,600 | ~$4,100 |
| State Income Tax | 0% | 4.4% | 0% | 10.9% |
| Corporate Income Tax | 0% | 4.4% | 0% | 6.5% |
| Est. Monthly COL | $1,700-2,100 | $3,200-3,800 | $3,000-3,500 | $4,500+ |
Housing
Real Homes at Real Prices
At $175K median home price, Sundance offers genuine Western homes on real land. Small-town housing stock with character — not cookie-cutter developments. Good supply, low competition, and the kind of properties where you can actually see the stars from your porch.
Housing Demand Projections
Based on relocator + BHC satellite growth
Education & Careers
County Schools, Tech Careers
Crook County School District #1, Wyoming's $16K+ per-pupil funding (2.6x South Dakota), Seed Academy tech training, and BHC positions at $145K+ minimum.
Education
- Crook County School District #1 (~250-350 students)
- Sundance Elementary, Middle, and High School
- Wyoming per-pupil funding: $16K+ (2.6x South Dakota's $6,200)
- Seed Academy — AI, Vibe Coding, Remote Work training (Hot Springs)
- 25% tuition discount for relocator families
- +5-7 students Y1 → +38-47 students Y5
- WY funding: $16K/pupil — $608K-$752K new revenue by Y5
BHC Presence in Sundance
2-3 BHC jobs Y1 growing to 7-9 by Y5, all positions $145K+ (equiv. $210K+ in Denver)
America's First National Monument
Devils Tower Gateway — 30 Miles North
Devils Tower was designated America's first national monument by Teddy Roosevelt in 1906. Over 400,000 visitors per year make the pilgrimage — and Sundance is the closest town with full services. That is not a coincidence. That is a tourism capture opportunity.
400K+
Annual Visitors
America's first national monument (1906, Teddy Roosevelt)
30 mi
Distance
Closest town with full services — gas, food, lodging
220+
Climbing Routes
World-class rock climbing destination, 5,112 ft elevation
Sacred
Cultural Significance
Sacred to 20+ Native American tribes — Bear Lodge
1977
Film Legacy
Close Encounters of the Third Kind — global recognition
$10M+
Tourism Revenue
Annual visitor spending in the Devils Tower corridor
The Tourism Capture Story
400,000+ annual visitors drive through or near Sundance on their way to Devils Tower. Most stop for gas and food — then leave. BHC's strategy: make them stay. Downtown revitalization, co-working spaces with Tower views, First Fridays events in summer, and a "live where you vacation" narrative that turns day-trippers into residents. The Sundance Kid put this town on the map in 1887. Devils Tower keeps it there. BHC builds the economy around it.
Interstate Advantage
I-90 Corridor — 5,000-8,000 Vehicles Daily
Interstate 90 runs directly through Sundance with two exits serving the town. Every day, thousands of vehicles pass through — families on vacation, truckers on routes, remote workers exploring the West. Every BHC-funded improvement is visible to all of them.
5-8K
Daily Traffic
Vehicles passing through Sundance daily on I-90
2
Interstate Exits
Both exits serve the town — maximum visibility
70 mi
To Rapid City
~1 hr east — regional hub, airport, Costco
65 mi
To Gillette
~1 hr west — energy capital, Walmart, hospital
50 mi
To Deadwood
~45 min southeast — gaming, entertainment, THE CULT
High
Marketing Multiplier
Every BHC improvement visible to thousands of daily travelers
The I-90 Marketing Multiplier
Sundance's I-90 position means BHC-funded improvements — signage, downtown revitalization, off-ramp amenities — have visibility to 5,000-8,000 daily travelers. That is 1.8-2.9 million annual impressions for free. Combined with Devils Tower tourism traffic, Sundance has the highest organic marketing exposure of any town in the BHC network. Every improvement is a billboard. Every event is a showcase. Every happy resident is a testimonial seen by thousands.
Lifestyle
Devils Tower, Dark Skies, and Wide-Open Ranges
America's first national monument at your doorstep. Bear Lodge Mountains for backcountry solitude. World-class hunting. Dark sky stargazing. The kind of outdoor life that makes Wyoming legendary.
Devils Tower
America's first national monument — 220+ climbing routes, hiking, stargazing
Bear Lodge Mountains
Forested peaks, elk habitat, and backcountry solitude
Cook Lake Recreation
Forest Service lake — fishing, camping, picnicking, swimming
Deer Hunting
Mule deer and whitetail — some of the best hunting in WY
Antelope Hunting
Wyoming is the pronghorn capital of the world
Elk Hunting
Bear Lodge Mountains herd — world-class opportunities
Black Hills Nat'l Forest
Northern edge access to 1.2 million acres of pine forest
Dark Sky Stargazing
Minimal light pollution — Milky Way visible most nights
Camping
BLM land, national forest, and Devils Tower campground
Ranching Culture
Working ranches, Crook County Fair, and rodeo tradition
Economic Impact
$19.8M Cumulative Impact Over 5 Years
51-63 new households by Y5 bringing remote-worker salaries into a county-seat town with I-90 visibility and Devils Tower tourism. Plus Wyoming's $16K per-pupil school funding adding $608K-$752K annually.
| Year | New Relocations | Cumulative (w/ BHC) | Local Impact (1.6x) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Y1 | 6-8 | 8-11 | $960K |
| Y2 | 8-10 | 15-20 | $1.92M |
| Y3 | 10-12 | 25-32 | $3.28M |
| Y5 | 15-18 | 52-65 | $6.90M |
| Y10 | 18-22 | 140-172 | $17.1M |
$4.31M
Combined Local Payroll (Y5)
Relocator + BHC satellite jobs
$48K/yr
New Tax Revenue (Y5)
Property + sales tax
$19.8M
5-Year Cumulative Impact
1.6x economic multiplier
Local Economy
Ranching, Tourism, and the Next Economy
Sundance's economy is built on ranching, Devils Tower tourism, and county services. BHC adds a tech and remote-work layer that diversifies without displacing what already works.
Devils Tower Tourism
Tourism400,000+ annual visitors to Devils Tower drive through or stop in Sundance. Gas stations, restaurants, lodging, and outfitters all benefit. The tourism economy is seasonal but reliable — and growing.
Crook County Government
County SeatCourthouse, county offices, law enforcement, and administrative jobs. County-seat status provides stable government employment and services that smaller towns lack.
Ranching & Agriculture
Heritage IndustryCattle ranching has sustained Crook County for generations. Working ranches, the county fair, and rodeo tradition define the culture. The cowboy economy is real and enduring.
Crook County Medical Services
HealthcareCritical access healthcare serving the county. Medical services, pharmacy, and emergency care. Healthcare jobs that stay regardless of economic cycles.
Sundance State Bank
FinancialCommunity bank serving Sundance and Crook County. Local banking that reinvests in the community — the kind of institution that makes small-town economies work.
I-90 Service Economy
InterstateGas stations, restaurants, motels, and convenience stores serving 5,000-8,000 daily I-90 travelers. Consistent traffic means consistent revenue for service businesses.
Location
The Crossroads of the Northern Black Hills
Sundance sits at the intersection of I-90 and Highway 585 in northeastern Wyoming, at the foot of the Bear Lodge Mountains. It is the BHC network's second Wyoming anchor — paired with Newcastle to create a two-city Wyoming corridor with zero income tax and full network access.
Network Connections
Sundance connects to the full BHC ecosystem
Ready to Make the Move to Sundance?
Apply today to relocate to Sundance. $10,000-$15,000 cash incentive, housing assistance, co-working access, and a community 30 miles from Devils Tower in the only zero-income-tax state in the BHC network. Wyoming freedom, outlaw history, frontier future.