JACKSON, WY — New data from the NY Times shows that average daily ICE arrests in Teton County and across the Mountain West have increased notably in the first half of 2025, compared with the same period a year earlier.
Key Findings in Teton County & Wyoming
- 136% year‑over‑year increase: ICE arrests in Wyoming averaged 1.1 per day from Jan. 20 – June 10, 2025, up from roughly 0.5 per day in early 2024.
- 51 total arrests out of the Teton County Jail during that span, compared with about 22 in 2024 according to WY Public Media.
Neighboring Idaho Sees an Even Larger Spike
- 924% increase: Idaho’s average daily ICE arrests climbed to 2.1 per day, from near zero a year ago
- This reflects 310 total arrests in Idaho through June 10, 2025.
Broader Regional & National Trends
A recent map of every state shows that no state saw a decline; increases range from modest (e.g., Wisconsin +41%) to substantial (e.g., Hawaii +585%, Oregon +320%, New Mexico +349%).
All data is sourced from https://deportationdata.org/data/ice.html
| State | % Change | Total ICE Arrests |
|---|---|---|
| Wyoming | +136% | 150 |
| Idaho | +924% | 310 |
| Colorado | +257% | 1,360 |
| Texas | +92% | 20,150 |
| Florida | +219% | 9,080 |
| California | +123% | 5,860 |
Note: Totals through June 10, 2025; location data unavailable for some arrests, so counts may be slightly understated.
What This Means Locally
- Operational impact: Higher jail‑processing volumes may require adjustments in staffing and budgeting for Teton County’s law‑enforcement and court systems.
- Policy considerations: County and state officials may review existing detention agreements and community‑based alternatives in light of changing federal enforcement patterns.
- Community dialogue: As ICE activity increases, local stakeholders from business owners to service providers are weighing how best to balance enforcement priorities with the needs of all residents.
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