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Green River, WY
Full City Profile · Wyoming · Sweetwater County County
Green River, WY
At a Glance
How Green River Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Green River's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Green River a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Green River residents earn a median household income of $85,399 , which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,310. The unemployment rate stands at 3.9% (8% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,732 business establishments, including 123 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Green River is $255,600 , 9% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $290,337. Median rent is $912/month, with 24.5% 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 1978.
Safety & Crime
Green River reports 184 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 51% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 813/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
23.1% of adults in Green River hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below the national average). 94.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Green River has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 316 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 10.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.