Douglas, WY
Full City Profile · Wyoming · Converse County County
Douglas, WY
At a Glance
How Douglas Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Douglas's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Douglas a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Douglas residents earn a median household income of $79,839 , which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,820. The unemployment rate stands at 3.4% (6% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 664 business establishments, including 39 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Douglas is $251,500 , 11% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $322,256. Median rent is $830/month, with 26.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 92.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1978.
Safety & Crime
Douglas reports 77 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 80% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 912/100K.
Education
22.2% of adults in Douglas hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below the national average). 91.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Douglas has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.