Fort Bridger, WY

Wyoming

Fort Bridger is a small town in Wyoming with a population of 193.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
193 Population 97/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $38,902 per capita
N/A Home Value $362,838 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
41°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 33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population193
Median Age23.7 yrs
Density97/mi²
Male / Female66% / 34%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$38,902
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,115M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$362,838

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain11.0 in/yr
Elevation6,672 ft

Education

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

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
CommuteN/A
Broadband39.0%
Libraries3

Is Fort Bridger a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fort Bridger 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. Fort Bridger 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

Fort Bridger has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.0 inches, including 63.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Fort Bridger has a population of 193 with a density of 97 people per square mile. The median age is 23.7 years, 39% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

193
Total Population
97
People / sq mi
23.7yrs
Median Age
39% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65.8%
Female 34.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Fort Bridger vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Fort Bridger vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fort Bridger 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: Fort Bridger vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$38,902
Avg Weekly Wage$948
IRS Avg AGI$72,491

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $362,838.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$362,838

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,068
12% below US avg
In Fort Bridger, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Fort Bridger vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.6%
5% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.6%
Checkup Rate65.0%
Premature Death10,947/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access63.7%
Healthcare Facilities68

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Fort Bridger has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average40.8°F
24% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.0 inches
71% below US avg
Snowfall63.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,672 ft (2,034 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density97/sq mi
Coordinates41.3183°N, 110.3894°W
County FIPS56041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 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 63.7-point margin. 39.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.1%
D 17.4%

Winner: Republican by 63.7 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 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density97/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access39.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities68
Restaurants56
Retail Stores83

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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