Median Income
$68,594
9% lower than US avg
Home Value
$102,100
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$615
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.5%
72% lower than US avg
How Cody Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population180
Median Age48.4 yrs
Density175/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Economy
A
Median Income$68,594
Per Capita$39,040
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$485M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$102,100
Rent$615
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$163,194
Health
Obesity40.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain22.6 in/yr
Elevation3,096 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+92.3%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Commute21 min
Broadband85.0%
Libraries2
Is Cody a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Cody 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, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Cody stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Cody is $68,594, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Cody is $102,100, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $615 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Cody experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.6 inches, including 38.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Cody has a population of 180 with a density of 175 people per square mile. The median age is 48.4 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.9%), with 14.4% Hispanic.
Population
48.4yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.9% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.1% |
| 62% below US avg |
The median household income in Cody is $68,594, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $68,594 |
| 9% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $39,040 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $795 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,223 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.9% |
| 47% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.5% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 294 |
| County GDP | $485M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 27 |
| Healthcare | 15 |
| Retail | 38 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,133 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.09% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.4 min |
| Work from Home | 9.0% |
The median home value in Cody is $102,100, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $615 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $163,194.
Home Values
| Census Median | $102,100 |
| 64% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $163,194 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $615 |
| 47% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,133 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.09% |
In Cody, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.4% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Cody vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.6% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.2% |
| Asthma | 9.5% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.1% |
| Depression | 18.4% |
| Mental Distress | 15.7% |
| Physical Distress | 12.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.5% |
| Premature Death | 9,393/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 66.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 15 |
Crime Rates: Cody vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Cody has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-5°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 46.1°F |
| 15% below US avg |
| January Average | 22°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 22.6 inches |
| 40% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 38.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,096 ft (944 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 175/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.9377°N, 101.2489°W |
| County FIPS | 31031 |