Chugcreek, WY

Wyoming

Chugcreek is a small town in Wyoming with a population of 129. Residents earn $170,625 per year, which is 127% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
129 Population 68/sq mi density
$170,625 Median Income $45,873 per capita
$322,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$170,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$322,200 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $170,625
127% higher than US avg
Home Value $322,200
14% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.6%
74% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population129
Median Age51.9 yrs
Density68/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans46.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$170,625
Per Capita$45,873
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$663M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$322,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain14.1 in/yr
Elevation4,707 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.6%
High School+93.8%
School Score6.13

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute27 min
Broadband20.0%
Libraries4

Is Chugcreek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chugcreek receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment. Chugcreek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chugcreek is $170,625, which is significantly higher than the national average — 127% above $75,149. This places Chugcreek among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chugcreek is $322,200, 14% above the national median. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Chugcreek experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.1 inches, including 39.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Chugcreek has a population of 129 with a density of 68 people per square mile. The median age is 51.9 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.3%), with 14.7% Hispanic.

Population

129
Total Population
68
People / sq mi
51.9yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.3%
Female 35.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Chugcreek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Chugcreek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chugcreek is $170,625, which is 127% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Chugcreek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$170,625
127% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,873
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$71,204

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)429
County GDP$663M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare19
Retail45
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,382
3% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Chugcreek is $322,200, 14% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$322,200
14% 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)$3,382
3% below US avg
Effective Rate1.05%
In Chugcreek, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.0%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma11.7%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate2.3%
Checkup Rate67.1%
Premature Death10,706/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access77.8%
Healthcare Facilities19

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Chugcreek has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.1 inches
63% below US avg
Snowfall39.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,707 ft (1,435 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density68/sq mi
Coordinates42.0535°N, 104.9079°W
County FIPS56031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.5-point margin. 20.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82%
D 16.5%

Winner: Republican by 65.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.6%
74% below US avg
High School+93.8%
School Test Score6.13
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density68/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access20.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants34
Retail Stores45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

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