Edgerton, WY

Wyoming · Metropolitan Area

Edgerton is a small town in Wyoming with a population of 78. Residents earn $26,406 per year, which is 65% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
78 Population 260/sq mi density
$26,406 Median Income $16,001 per capita
$26,300 Home Value
$531 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.1 / 5.0
$26,406 median income, 11.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$26,300 home value, $531/mo rent
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,406
65% lower than US avg
Home Value $26,300
91% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $531
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.8%
228% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 43.8%
253% higher than US avg

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

People

Population78
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density260/mi²
Male / Female30% / 71%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans92.0%

Economy

F
Median Income$26,406
Per Capita$16,001
Unemployment11.8%
Poverty43.8%
County GDP$6,882M
Commute10 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$26,300
Rent$531
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain12.4 in/yr
Elevation4,915 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+95.9%
School Score6.13

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute10 min
Broadband49.0%
Libraries3

Is Edgerton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Edgerton receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Edgerton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Edgerton is $26,406, 65% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 43.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Edgerton is $26,300, 91% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $531 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Edgerton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.4 inches, including 45.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Edgerton has a population of 78 with a density of 260 people per square mile. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

78
Total Population
260
People / sq mi
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 29.5%
Female 70.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Edgerton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Edgerton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Edgerton is $26,406, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 43.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes.

Income: Edgerton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,406
65% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,001
Avg Weekly Wage$1,181
IRS Avg AGI$85,636

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.8%
228% above US avg
Poverty Rate43.8%
253% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,966
County GDP$6,882M

Business (County)

Restaurants207
Healthcare329
Retail348
Manufacturing95

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,354
24% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate16.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time9.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Edgerton is $26,300, 91% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $531 (54% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$26,300
91% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$531
54% 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-Occupied46.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,354
24% above US avg
Effective Rate16.56%
In Edgerton, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.8%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure26.5%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate62.9%
Checkup Rate67.7%
Premature Death9,915/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access82.9%
Healthcare Facilities329

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Edgerton has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.0°F
17% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.4 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall45.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,915 ft (1,498 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density260/sq mi
Coordinates43.4134°N, 106.2474°W
County FIPS56025
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.6-point margin. 49.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.5%
D 24.8%

Winner: Republican by 48.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+95.9%
School Test Score6.13
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density260/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access49.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities329
Restaurants207
Retail Stores348

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute9.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

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