Bessemer Bend, WY

Wyoming · Metropolitan Area

Bessemer Bend is a small town in Wyoming with a population of 119. Residents earn $161,125 per year, which is 114% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
119 Population 47/sq mi density
$161,125 Median Income $117,196 per capita
$409,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$161,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$409,400 home value
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $161,125
114% higher than US avg
Home Value $409,400
45% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.2%
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population119
Median Age66.9 yrs
Density47/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A+
Median Income$161,125
Per Capita$117,196
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$6,882M

Housing

A+
Home Value$409,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain12.2 in/yr
Elevation5,236 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.2%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.13

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
CommuteN/A
Broadband65.0%
Libraries3

Is Bessemer Bend a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bessemer Bend receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Bessemer Bend stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bessemer Bend is $161,125, which is significantly higher than the national average — 114% above $75,149. This places Bessemer Bend among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bessemer Bend is $409,400, 45% above the national median. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.2% 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

Bessemer Bend experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.2 inches, including 71.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Bessemer Bend has a population of 119 with a density of 47 people per square mile. The median age is 66.9 years, 72% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

119
Total Population
47
People / sq mi
66.9yrs
Median Age
72% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63%
Female 37%

Race & Ethnicity

Bessemer Bend vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bessemer Bend vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bessemer Bend is $161,125, which is 114% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Bessemer Bend vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$161,125
114% above US avg
Per Capita Income$117,196
Avg Weekly Wage$1,181
IRS Avg AGI$85,636

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,966
County GDP$6,882M

Business (County)

Restaurants207
Healthcare329
Retail348
Manufacturing95

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,354
24% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.06%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bessemer Bend is $409,400, 45% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$409,400
45% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,354
24% above US avg
Effective Rate1.06%
In Bessemer Bend, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bessemer Bend vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.8%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure25.6%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate69.2%
Premature Death9,915/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access82.9%
Healthcare Facilities329

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Bessemer Bend has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.6°F
16% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.2 inches
68% below US avg
Snowfall71.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,236 ft (1,596 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²)
Population Density47/sq mi
Coordinates42.7561°N, 106.5175°W
County FIPS56025
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 25.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.6-point margin. 65.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.5%
D 24.8%

Winner: Republican by 48.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.2%
25% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.13
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density47/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities329
Restaurants207
Retail Stores348

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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