Evanston, WY

Wyoming

Evanston is a small city in Wyoming with a population of 11,803. Residents earn $76,569 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
11,803 Population 1,149/sq mi density
$76,569 Median Income $32,295 per capita
$236,400 Home Value $304,759 Zillow
$841 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
73 Violent Crime/100K 2,932 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$76,569 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$236,400 home value, $841/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
73 violent crimes/100K (81% below avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,569
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $236,400
16% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 73/100K
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.9%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $841
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population11,803
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density1,149/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,569
Per Capita$32,295
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$1,115M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$236,400
Rent$841
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$304,759

Crime

F
Violent73/100K
Property2,932/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault73/100K
Burglary171/100K

Health

Obesity34.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain12.1 in/yr
Elevation6,780 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.9%
High School+93.4%
School Score6.13

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute19 min
EV Stations3
Libraries3

Is Evanston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Evanston receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Evanston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Evanston is $76,569, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Evanston is $236,400, 16% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $841 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Evanston is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 73 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,932 per 100,000, 50% above the national average.

Education

19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Evanston has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Evanston has a population of 11,803 with a density of 1,149 people per square mile. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.8%), with 3.5% Hispanic.

Population

11,803
Total Population
1,149
People / sq mi
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
10.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Evanston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.9%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.1%
62% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Evanston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Evanston is $76,569, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Evanston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,569
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,295
Avg Weekly Wage$948
IRS Avg AGI$72,491

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg
Establishments (County)871
County GDP$1,115M

Business (County)

Restaurants56
Healthcare68
Retail83
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,068
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.6 min
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Evanston is $236,400, 16% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $841 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $304,759.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$236,400
16% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$304,759
Median List Price$331,100

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$331,100
$/Sq Ft$151
Homes Sold7
Sale-to-List Ratio97.0%
Price Drops19.4%
Inventory36

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$841
28% 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-Occupied70.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,068
12% below US avg
Effective Rate1.30%
In Evanston, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.4%
7% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.4%
Checkup Rate65.2%
Premature Death10,947/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access63.7%
Healthcare Facilities68
Evanston has a violent crime rate of 73 per 100,000 residents, 81% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,932 per 100,000 (50% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent73.3/100K
81% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault73.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,932.3/100K
50% above US avg
Burglary171.1/100K
Theft2,639.1/100K
Vehicle Theft122.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Evanston has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average42.0°F
22% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.1 inches
68% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,780 ft (2,067 m)
Area10.3 sq mi (26.6 km²)
Population Density1,149/sq mi
Coordinates41.2601°N, 110.9637°W
County FIPS56041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.1%
D 17.4%

Winner: Republican by 63.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.9%
41% below US avg
High School+93.4%
School Test Score6.13
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,149/sq mi
Total Area10.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities68
Restaurants56
Retail Stores83

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.6 min
Work from Home4.3%

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