Farson, WY

Wyoming

Farson is a small town in Wyoming with a population of 185.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
185 Population 8/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $31,213 per capita
N/A Home Value $407,893 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
38°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population185
Median Age66.0 yrs
Density8/mi²
Male / Female28% / 72%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$31,213
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$937M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$407,893

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp38°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain7.8 in/yr
Elevation6,638 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.13

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
CommuteN/A
Libraries2

Is Farson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Farson receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Farson stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

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%.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Farson 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.

Farson has a population of 185 with a density of 8 people per square mile. The median age is 66.0 years, 70% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

185
Total Population
8
People / sq mi
66.0yrs
Median Age
70% above US avg
24.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 27.6%
Female 72.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Farson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Farson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Farson is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Farson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$31,213
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

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $407,893.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$407,893

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-Occupied71.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,900
40% above US avg
In Farson, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.8% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma11.6%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.2%
Checkup Rate67.7%
Premature Death8,608/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Farson 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

Elevation6,638 ft (2,023 m)
Area24.0 sq mi (62.0 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates42.1544°N, 109.4248°W
County FIPS56035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 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 61.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.9%
D 18.8%

Winner: Republican by 61.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.13
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density8/sq mi
Total Area24.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants36
Retail Stores54

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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