Boulder Flats, WY

Wyoming

Boulder Flats is a small town in Wyoming with a population of 470. Residents earn $80,250 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
470 Population 26/sq mi density
$80,250 Median Income $31,635 per capita
$192,900 Home Value
$1,031 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$80,250 median income, 8.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$192,900 home value, $1,031/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,250
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $192,900
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.9%
17% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,031
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.7%
142% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.3%
104% higher than US avg

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

People

Population470
Median Age38.2 yrs
Density26/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 26%

Economy

C+
Median Income$80,250
Per Capita$31,635
Unemployment8.7%
Poverty25.3%
County GDP$2,121M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$192,900
Rent$1,031
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease8.0%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain13.2 in/yr
Elevation5,583 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.9%
High School+90.0%
School Score6.13

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute15 min
Libraries3

Is Boulder Flats a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Boulder Flats receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Boulder Flats offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Boulder Flats is $80,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 25.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Boulder Flats is $192,900, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,031 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

27.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Boulder Flats has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.2 inches, including 87.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Boulder Flats has a population of 470 with a density of 26 people per square mile. The median age is 38.2 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (73.8%), with 26.2% White, 1.9% Asian.

Population

470
Total Population
26
People / sq mi
38.2yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
18.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.2%
Female 46.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Boulder Flats vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.6%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.4%
15% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Boulder Flats vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Boulder Flats is $80,250, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Boulder Flats vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,250
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,635
Avg Weekly Wage$1,013
IRS Avg AGI$72,819

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.7%
142% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.3%
104% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,849
County GDP$2,121M

Business (County)

Restaurants122
Healthcare146
Retail157
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,612
32% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.2 min
Work from Home22.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Boulder Flats is $192,900, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,031 (11% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$192,900
32% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,031
11% 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-Occupied87.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,612
32% above US avg
Effective Rate2.39%
In Boulder Flats, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 34.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Boulder Flats vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes15.5%
Heart Disease8.0%
High Blood Pressure35.8%
Asthma13.4%
COPD9.6%
Stroke4.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.1%
Physical Inactivity34.5%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress21.6%
Physical Distress18.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate64.5%
Checkup Rate63.2%
Premature Death16,823/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access61.4%
Healthcare Facilities146

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Boulder Flats has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.2 inches
65% below US avg
Snowfall87.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,583 ft (1,702 m)
Area18.2 sq mi (47.1 km²)
Population Density26/sq mi
Coordinates42.9156°N, 108.7993°W
County FIPS56013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 27.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.7%
D 30.4%

Winner: Republican by 37.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.9%
17% below US avg
High School+90.0%
School Test Score6.13
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density26/sq mi
Total Area18.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities146
Restaurants122
Retail Stores157

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.2 min
Work from Home22.2%

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