Kaycee, WY

Wyoming

Kaycee is a small town in Wyoming with a population of 254. Residents earn $46,250 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
254 Population 577/sq mi density
$46,250 Median Income $24,994 per capita
$187,500 Home Value $391,547 Zillow
$1,114 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$46,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$187,500 home value, $1,114/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $187,500
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.2%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,114
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population254
Median Age53.7 yrs
Density577/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$24,994
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$562M
Commute8 min

Housing

A
Home Value$187,500
Rent$1,114
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$391,547

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain12.0 in/yr
Elevation4,649 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.2%
High School+98.9%
School Score6.13

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute8 min
Libraries2

Is Kaycee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kaycee receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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. Kaycee offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kaycee is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kaycee is $187,500, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,114 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Kaycee has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.0 inches, including 40.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Kaycee has a population of 254 with a density of 577 people per square mile. The median age is 53.7 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.4%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

254
Total Population
577
People / sq mi
53.7yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.1%
Female 57.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Kaycee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Kaycee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kaycee is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes.

Income: Kaycee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,250
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,994
Avg Weekly Wage$948
IRS Avg AGI$83,026

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)536
County GDP$562M

Business (County)

Restaurants43
Healthcare32
Retail54
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,267
22% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time7.5 min
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Kaycee is $187,500, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,114 (4% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $391,547.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$187,500
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$391,547

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,114
4% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,267
22% above US avg
Effective Rate2.28%
In Kaycee, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure26.6%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Checkup Rate65.5%
Premature Death7,176/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access61.8%
Healthcare Facilities32

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Kaycee has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.0 inches
69% below US avg
Snowfall40.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,649 ft (1,417 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density577/sq mi
Coordinates43.7100°N, 106.6373°W
County FIPS56019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.1%
D 17.5%

Winner: Republican by 63.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.2%
64% below US avg
High School+98.9%
School Test Score6.13
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density577/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants43
Retail Stores54

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute7.5 min
Work from Home4.7%

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