Encampment, WY

Wyoming

Encampment is a small town in Wyoming with a population of 491. Residents earn $53,125 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
491 Population 307/sq mi density
$53,125 Median Income $38,046 per capita
$206,000 Home Value
$1,135 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$53,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$206,000 home value, $1,135/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,125
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $206,000
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.7%
15% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,135
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population491
Median Age62.1 yrs
Density307/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A
Median Income$53,125
Per Capita$38,046
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$1,916M
Commute14 min

Housing

A
Home Value$206,000
Rent$1,135
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI34 (Good)
Elevation7,318 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.7%
High School+93.9%
School Score6.13

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute14 min
Libraries8

Is Encampment a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Encampment 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. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Encampment offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Encampment is $53,125, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Encampment is $206,000, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,135 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

28.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Encampment has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Encampment has a population of 491 with a density of 307 people per square mile. The median age is 62.1 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.1%), with 4.9% Hispanic.

Population

491
Total Population
307
People / sq mi
62.1yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Encampment vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Encampment vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Encampment is $53,125, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Encampment vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,125
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,046
Avg Weekly Wage$1,160
IRS Avg AGI$82,255

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)687
County GDP$1,916M

Business (County)

Restaurants88
Healthcare52
Retail69
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,811
9% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.3 min
Work from Home31.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Encampment is $206,000, 27% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,135 (2% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$206,000
27% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,135
2% 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-Occupied84.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,811
9% above US avg
Effective Rate1.85%
In Encampment, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.3%
Checkup Rate67.2%
Premature Death9,504/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access79.9%
Healthcare Facilities52

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Encampment has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.7°F
19% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,318 ft (2,231 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density307/sq mi
Coordinates41.2088°N, 106.7948°W
County FIPS56007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 28.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.3%
D 20.1%

Winner: Republican by 58.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.7%
15% below US avg
High School+93.9%
School Test Score6.13
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density307/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants88
Retail Stores69

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.3 min
Work from Home31.0%

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