Baggs, WY

Wyoming

Baggs is a small town in Wyoming with a population of 411. Residents earn $54,063 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
411 Population 806/sq mi density
$54,063 Median Income $28,844 per capita
$180,800 Home Value
$698 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$54,063 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$180,800 home value, $698/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,063
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $180,800
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.0%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $698
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population411
Median Age32.1 yrs
Density806/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 67%

Economy

A
Median Income$54,063
Per Capita$28,844
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$1,246M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$180,800
Rent$698
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.5%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain11.2 in/yr
Elevation6,249 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.0%
High School+93.8%
School Score6.13

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 17%
Commute19 min
Libraries3

Is Baggs a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Baggs is $54,063, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Baggs is $180,800, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $698 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Baggs has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.2 inches, including 30.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Baggs has a population of 411 with a density of 806 people per square mile. The median age is 32.1 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.2%), with 9.7% Hispanic.

Population

411
Total Population
806
People / sq mi
32.1yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.7%
Female 45.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Baggs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.0%
1% above US avg
Spanish21.0%
57% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Baggs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Baggs is $54,063, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Baggs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,063
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,844
Avg Weekly Wage$1,108
IRS Avg AGI$61,650

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)464
County GDP$1,246M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare33
Retail61
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,771
49% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Baggs is $180,800, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $698 (40% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,800
36% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$698
40% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,771
49% below US avg
Effective Rate0.98%
In Baggs, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.5% report depression. 31.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.1%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity31.7%
Depression20.5%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.1%
Checkup Rate65.6%
Premature Death10,530/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access80.1%
Healthcare Facilities33

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Baggs has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.7°F
19% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.2 inches
71% below US avg
Snowfall30.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,249 ft (1,905 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density806/sq mi
Coordinates41.0347°N, 107.6573°W
County FIPS08081
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.3%
D 17.5%

Winner: Republican by 62.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.0%
79% below US avg
High School+93.8%
School Test Score6.13
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density806/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants38
Retail Stores61

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

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