Big Piney, WY

Wyoming

Big Piney is a small town in Wyoming with a population of 445. Residents earn $62,500 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
445 Population 873/sq mi density
$62,500 Median Income $31,785 per capita
$198,700 Home Value
$907 Median Rent
37°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$62,500 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$198,700 home value, $907/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,500
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $198,700
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.4%
8% higher than US avg
Median Rent $907
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.0%
76% lower than US avg

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

People

Population445
Median Age43.8 yrs
Density873/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$62,500
Per Capita$31,785
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$1,288M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$198,700
Rent$907
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp37°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain7.7 in/yr
Elevation6,834 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.4%
High School+97.4%
School Score6.13

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 15%
Commute29 min
Libraries6

Is Big Piney a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Big Piney receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Big Piney stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Big Piney is $62,500, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Big Piney is $198,700, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $907 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Big Piney has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Big Piney has a population of 445 with a density of 873 people per square mile. The median age is 43.8 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.3%).

Population

445
Total Population
873
People / sq mi
43.8yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Big Piney vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.5%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.5%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Big Piney vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Big Piney is $62,500, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Big Piney vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,500
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,785
Avg Weekly Wage$1,193
IRS Avg AGI$104,073

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.0%
76% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,211
County GDP$1,288M

Business (County)

Restaurants65
Healthcare62
Retail103
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,992
71% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Big Piney is $198,700, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $907 (22% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$198,700
30% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$907
22% 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-Occupied61.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,992
71% above US avg
Effective Rate3.02%
In Big Piney, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Big Piney vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%
Checkup Rate66.8%
Premature Death7,435/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access77.2%
Healthcare Facilities62

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Big Piney has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average36.5°F
32% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.7 inches
80% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,834 ft (2,083 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density873/sq mi
Coordinates42.5402°N, 110.1193°W
County FIPS56023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 36.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.5%
D 15.1%

Winner: Republican by 68.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.4%
8% above US avg
High School+97.4%
School Test Score6.13
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density873/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities62
Restaurants65
Retail Stores103

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

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