Afton, WY
Full City Profile · Wyoming · Lincoln County County
Afton, WY
At a Glance
How Afton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Afton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Afton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Afton residents earn a median household income of $56,806 , which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,276. The unemployment rate stands at 3.2% (11% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,211 business establishments, including 65 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Afton is $311,200 , 10% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $498,434. Median rent is $738/month, with 22.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 92.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1976.
Education
25.8% of adults in Afton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below the national average). 95.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Afton has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.