Basin, WY

Wyoming

Basin is a small town in Wyoming with a population of 1,304. Residents earn $59,941 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,304 Population 553/sq mi density
$59,941 Median Income $32,524 per capita
$143,900 Home Value $255,292 Zillow
$914 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$59,941 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$143,900 home value, $914/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,941
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $143,900
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $914
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.7%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.8%
21% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,304
Median Age39.3 yrs
Density553/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A
Median Income$59,941
Per Capita$32,524
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty9.8%
County GDP$768M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$143,900
Rent$914
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$255,292

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain7.2 in/yr
Elevation3,907 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+86.9%
School Score6.13

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute14 min
Libraries5

Is Basin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Basin receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Basin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Basin is $59,941, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Basin is $143,900, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $914 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Basin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.2 inches, including 20.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Basin has a population of 1,304 with a density of 553 people per square mile. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.1%), with 3.1% Hispanic.

Population

1,304
Total Population
553
People / sq mi
39.3yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.3%
Female 40.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Basin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Basin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Basin is $59,941, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Basin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,941
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,524
Avg Weekly Wage$998
IRS Avg AGI$65,260

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.8%
21% below US avg
Establishments (County)520
County GDP$768M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare28
Retail35
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,327
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.3 min
Work from Home3.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Basin is $143,900, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $914 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $255,292.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$143,900
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$255,292

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$914
21% 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-Occupied76.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,327
5% below US avg
Effective Rate2.31%
In Basin, 33.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.7%
5% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma10.4%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.8%
Checkup Rate64.3%
Premature Death8,577/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access61.2%
Healthcare Facilities28

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Basin has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average48.9°F
9% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.2 inches
81% below US avg
Snowfall20.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,907 ft (1,191 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.1 km²)
Population Density553/sq mi
Coordinates44.3806°N, 108.0471°W
County FIPS56003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.5%
D 13%

Winner: Republican by 72.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+86.9%
School Test Score6.13
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density553/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants30
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.3 min
Work from Home3.9%

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