Gillette, WY
Full City Profile · Wyoming · Campbell County County
Gillette, WY
At a Glance
How Gillette Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Gillette's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Gillette a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Gillette residents earn a median household income of $90,699 , which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,578. The unemployment rate stands at 4.3% (19% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,041 business establishments, including 124 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Gillette is $257,200 , 9% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $339,181. Median rent is $922/month, with 31.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 92.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1989.
Safety & Crime
Gillette reports 197 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 48% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,537/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
23.1% of adults in Gillette hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below the national average). 92.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Gillette has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.