Eden, WY

Wyoming

Eden is a small town in Wyoming with a population of 287. Residents earn $71,750 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
287 Population 21/sq mi density
$71,750 Median Income $32,016 per capita
$138,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
38°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$71,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$138,400 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,750
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $138,400
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population287
Median Age50.7 yrs
Density21/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,750
Per Capita$32,016
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$937M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$138,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp38°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain7.8 in/yr
Elevation6,605 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+96.5%
School Score6.13

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute34 min
Libraries2

Is Eden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eden receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Eden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eden is $71,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eden is $138,400, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Eden has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.8 inches, including 28.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Eden has a population of 287 with a density of 21 people per square mile. The median age is 50.7 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

287
Total Population
21
People / sq mi
50.7yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
13.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.9%
Female 55.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Eden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Eden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eden is $71,750, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Eden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,750
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,016
Avg Weekly Wage$1,214
IRS Avg AGI$92,327

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)603
County GDP$937M

Business (County)

Restaurants36
Healthcare24
Retail54
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,900
40% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Eden is $138,400, 51% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$138,400
51% below 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-Occupied83.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,900
40% above US avg
Effective Rate3.54%
In Eden, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.0%
9% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Checkup Rate67.1%
Premature Death8,608/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access54.1%
Healthcare Facilities24

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Eden has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average37.8°F
30% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.8 inches
79% below US avg
Snowfall28.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,605 ft (2,013 m)
Area13.5 sq mi (35.0 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates42.0602°N, 109.4392°W
County FIPS56035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.9%
D 18.8%

Winner: Republican by 61.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+96.5%
School Test Score6.13
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density21/sq mi
Total Area13.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants36
Retail Stores54

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

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