Dubois, WY

Wyoming

Dubois is a small town in Wyoming with a population of 818. Residents earn $39,960 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
818 Population 235/sq mi density
$39,960 Median Income $35,056 per capita
$243,500 Home Value $418,187 Zillow
$874 Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$39,960 median income, 1.3% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$243,500 home value, $874/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,960
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $243,500
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.6%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $874
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.1%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population818
Median Age58.3 yrs
Density235/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

B+
Median Income$39,960
Per Capita$35,056
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$4,916M
Commute12 min

Housing

B
Home Value$243,500
Rent$874
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$418,187

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain10.9 in/yr
Elevation7,305 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.6%
High School+84.6%
School Score6.13

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 67%
Commute12 min
EV Stations2
Libraries2

Is Dubois a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dubois receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Dubois offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dubois is $39,960, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dubois is $243,500, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $874 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

23.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Dubois has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.9 inches, including 55.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Dubois has a population of 818 with a density of 235 people per square mile. The median age is 58.3 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90%), with 4.5% Hispanic.

Population

818
Total Population
235
People / sq mi
58.3yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.6%
Female 41.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Dubois vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dubois vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dubois is $39,960, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Dubois vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,960
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,056
Avg Weekly Wage$1,585
IRS Avg AGI$487,252

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,931
County GDP$4,916M

Business (County)

Restaurants170
Healthcare150
Retail225
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$24,949
613% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate10.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.3 min
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Dubois is $243,500, 14% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $874 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $418,187.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$243,500
14% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$418,187

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$874
25% 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-Occupied64.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$24,949
613% above US avg
Effective Rate10.25%
In Dubois, 32.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 23.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.1%
0% below US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.0%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity23.5%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate66.7%
Checkup Rate62.9%
Premature Death4,174/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access99.2%
Healthcare Facilities150

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Dubois has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average40.5°F
25% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.9 inches
71% below US avg
Snowfall55.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,305 ft (2,227 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²)
Population Density235/sq mi
Coordinates43.5460°N, 109.6476°W
County FIPS56039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 23.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 35.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 31.6%
D 66.9%

Winner: Democrat by 35.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.6%
30% below US avg
High School+84.6%
School Test Score6.13
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density235/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities150
Restaurants170
Retail Stores225

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.3 min
Work from Home7.8%

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