Bairoil, WY

Wyoming

Bairoil is a small town in Wyoming with a population of 158.

1.1 /5.0
F Poor
158 Population 112/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $29,153 per capita
N/A Home Value
$718 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
F
Overall
1.1 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 1.8%
95% lower than US avg
Median Rent $718
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.5%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.2%
72% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.8%
132% higher than US avg

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

People

Population158
Median Age56.5 yrs
Density112/mi²
Male / Female60% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$29,153
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty28.8%
County GDP$1,916M
Commute48 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
Rent$718
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain9.9 in/yr
Elevation6,853 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.8%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.13

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute48 min
Broadband72.0%
Libraries8

Is Bairoil a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bairoil receives an overall livability score of 1.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Bairoil faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 28.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 48 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $718 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

1.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Bairoil has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.9 inches, including 60.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Bairoil has a population of 158 with a density of 112 people per square mile. The median age is 56.5 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.6%).

Population

158
Total Population
112
People / sq mi
56.5yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.5%
Female 40.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bairoil vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bairoil vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bairoil is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 28.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 48 minutes.

Income: Bairoil vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$29,153
Avg Weekly Wage$1,160
IRS Avg AGI$82,255

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above US avg
Poverty Rate28.8%
132% above US avg
Establishments (County)687
County GDP$1,916M

Business (County)

Restaurants88
Healthcare52
Retail69
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,811
9% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time48.3 min
Work from Home3.9%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $718 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$718
38% 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-Occupied87.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,811
9% above US avg
In Bairoil, 32.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.5%
1% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure26.4%
Asthma9.8%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.1%
Physical Inactivity24.0%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Checkup Rate61.0%
Premature Death9,504/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access79.9%
Healthcare Facilities52

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Bairoil has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 9.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average42.3°F
22% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.9 inches
74% below US avg
Snowfall60.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,853 ft (2,089 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density112/sq mi
Coordinates42.2372°N, 107.5610°W
County FIPS56007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 1.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (95% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.1-point margin. 72.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.3%
D 20.1%

Winner: Republican by 58.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.8%
95% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.13
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density112/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants88
Retail Stores69

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute48.3 min
Work from Home3.9%

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