Albin, WY

Wyoming · Metropolitan Area

Albin is a small town in Wyoming with a population of 198. Residents earn $165,469 per year, which is 120% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
198 Population 1,320/sq mi density
$165,469 Median Income $62,719 per capita
$138,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent 32.0% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$165,469 median income, 35.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$138,400 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $165,469
120% higher than US avg
Home Value $138,400
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.1%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 35.5%
886% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

How Albin Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population198
Median Age60.5 yrs
Density1,320/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 78%

Economy

B+
Median Income$165,469
Per Capita$62,719
Unemployment35.5%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$8,439M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$138,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden32.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.8%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain19.5 in/yr
Elevation5,358 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+92.6%
School Score6.13

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute21 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries4

Is Albin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Albin receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Albin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Albin is $165,469, which is significantly higher than the national average — 120% above $75,149. This places Albin among higher-income communities. At 35.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Albin is $138,400, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Albin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.5 inches, including 68.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Albin has a population of 198 with a density of 1,320 people per square mile. The median age is 60.5 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.8%), with 6.6% Hispanic.

Population

198
Total Population
1,320
People / sq mi
60.5yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.1%
Female 42.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Albin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Albin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Albin is $165,469, which is 120% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 35.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Albin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$165,469
120% above US avg
Per Capita Income$62,719
Avg Weekly Wage$1,172
IRS Avg AGI$81,255

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment35.5%
886% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,736
County GDP$8,439M

Business (County)

Restaurants241
Healthcare364
Retail356
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,798
9% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.3 min
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Albin is $138,400, 51% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$138,400
51% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden32.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$785
1 Bedroom$824
2 Bedrooms$1,044
3 Bedrooms$1,399
4 Bedrooms$1,719

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,798
9% above US avg
Effective Rate2.74%
In Albin, 33.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.8% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Albin vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.1%
3% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure25.1%
Asthma9.2%
COPD4.1%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression18.8%
Mental Distress14.5%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Checkup Rate68.3%
Premature Death8,713/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access65.3%
Healthcare Facilities364

Crime Rates: Albin vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Safety Score

Albin has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.5 inches
49% below US avg
Snowfall68.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,358 ft (1,633 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,320/sq mi
Coordinates41.4169°N, 104.1015°W
County FIPS56021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.4-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.4%
D 33%

Winner: Republican by 32.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.7%
71% below US avg
High School+92.6%
School Test Score6.13
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,320/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities364
Restaurants241
Retail Stores356

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.3 min
Work from Home2.3%

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