Fort Laramie, WY

Wyoming

Fort Laramie is a small town in Wyoming with a population of 224. Residents earn $55,521 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
224 Population 896/sq mi density
$55,521 Median Income $31,935 per capita
$101,100 Home Value $262,957 Zillow
$900 Median Rent 20.0% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$55,521 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$101,100 home value, $900/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
21.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,521
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $101,100
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.9%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.3%
9% lower than US avg

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

People

Population224
Median Age51.5 yrs
Density896/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans18.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,521
Per Capita$31,935
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty11.3%
County GDP$592M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$101,100
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$262,957
Rent Burden20.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain14.9 in/yr
Elevation4,231 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.9%
High School+95.1%
School Score6.13

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute19 min
Broadband87.0%
Libraries1

Is Fort Laramie a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fort Laramie receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Fort Laramie offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fort Laramie is $55,521, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. 11.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average 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 Fort Laramie is $101,100, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Fort Laramie experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.9 inches, including 27.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Fort Laramie has a population of 224 with a density of 896 people per square mile. The median age is 51.5 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.3%), with 3.6% Hispanic.

Population

224
Total Population
896
People / sq mi
51.5yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Fort Laramie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fort Laramie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fort Laramie is $55,521, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Fort Laramie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,521
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,935
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$65,941

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.3%
9% below US avg
Establishments (County)500
County GDP$592M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare37
Retail39
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,385
3% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.3 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fort Laramie is $101,100, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $262,957.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$101,100
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$262,957

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% below US avg
Rent Burden20.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$785
1 Bedroom$824
2 Bedrooms$1,044
3 Bedrooms$1,399
4 Bedrooms$1,719

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,385
3% below US avg
Effective Rate3.35%
In Fort Laramie, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.0% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.7%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure26.9%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Checkup Rate68.6%
Premature Death9,718/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access45.4%
Healthcare Facilities37

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Fort Laramie has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.9 inches
61% below US avg
Snowfall27.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,231 ft (1,290 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density896/sq mi
Coordinates42.2131°N, 104.5174°W
County FIPS56015
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.9-point margin. 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.8%
D 18.9%

Winner: Republican by 60.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.9%
35% below US avg
High School+95.1%
School Test Score6.13
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density896/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants28
Retail Stores39

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.3 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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