Granger, WY

Wyoming

Granger is a small town in Wyoming with a population of 220. Residents earn $81,563 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
220 Population 85/sq mi density
$81,563 Median Income $26,604 per capita
$112,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$81,563 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,500 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,563
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.2%
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.2%
50% lower than US avg

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

People

Population220
Median Age36.7 yrs
Density85/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 61%
Veterans3.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,563
Per Capita$26,604
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty6.2%
County GDP$1,115M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.3%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain7.9 in/yr
Elevation6,265 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.2%
High School+81.6%
School Score6.13

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute16 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries3

Is Granger a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Granger receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Granger stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Granger is $81,563, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Granger is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Granger has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.9 inches, including 30.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Granger has a population of 220 with a density of 85 people per square mile. The median age is 36.7 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (61.4%).

Population

220
Total Population
85
People / sq mi
36.7yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Granger vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only55.3%
30% below US avg
Spanish44.7%
234% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Granger vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Granger is $81,563, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Granger vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,563
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$26,604
Avg Weekly Wage$948
IRS Avg AGI$72,491

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.2%
50% 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 Rate2.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.0 min
Drive Alone76.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Granger is $112,500, 60% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,500
60% below US avg

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-Occupied79.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,068
12% below US avg
Effective Rate2.73%
In Granger, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.3% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma9.3%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.6%
Physical Inactivity27.6%
Depression20.3%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Checkup Rate59.8%
Premature Death10,947/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Granger has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.3°F
20% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.9 inches
79% below US avg
Snowfall30.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,265 ft (1,910 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²)
Population Density85/sq mi
Coordinates41.5979°N, 109.9652°W
County FIPS56041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.7-point margin. 100.0% 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+17.2%
49% below US avg
High School+81.6%
School Test Score6.13
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density85/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities68
Restaurants56
Retail Stores83

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.0 min
Drive Alone76.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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