Kirby, WY

Wyoming

Kirby is a small town in Wyoming with a population of 54. Residents earn $32,857 per year, which is 56% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
54 Population 360/sq mi density
$32,857 Median Income $24,061 per capita
$88,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$32,857 median income, 22.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$88,100 home value
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,857
56% lower than US avg
Home Value $88,100
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.4%
81% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 22.2%
517% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population54
Median Age54.3 yrs
Density360/mi²
Male / Female67% / 33%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans47.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$32,857
Per Capita$24,061
Unemployment22.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$301M

Housing

A+
Home Value$88,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain12.6 in/yr
Elevation4,268 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.4%
High School+80.9%
School Score6.13

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
CommuteN/A
Broadband27.0%
Libraries1

Is Kirby a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kirby receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Kirby offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kirby is $32,857, 56% below the national average of $75,149. At 22.2%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kirby is $88,100, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Kirby has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.6 inches, including 50.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Kirby has a population of 54 with a density of 360 people per square mile. The median age is 54.3 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87%), with 13% Hispanic.

Population

54
Total Population
360
People / sq mi
54.3yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 66.7%
Female 33.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Kirby vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Kirby vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kirby is $32,857, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 22.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Kirby vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,857
56% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,061
Avg Weekly Wage$897
IRS Avg AGI$62,879

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment22.2%
517% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)262
County GDP$301M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare15
Retail21
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,500
29% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.84%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home35.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Kirby is $88,100, 69% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$88,100
69% 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-Occupied91.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,500
29% below US avg
Effective Rate2.84%
In Kirby, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma11.9%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate53.2%
Checkup Rate67.6%
Premature Death11,503/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access80.0%
Healthcare Facilities15

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Kirby has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.6°F
21% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.6 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall50.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,268 ft (1,301 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density360/sq mi
Coordinates43.8033°N, 108.1810°W
County FIPS56017
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.2-point margin. 27.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80%
D 18.7%

Winner: Republican by 61.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.4%
81% below US avg
High School+80.9%
School Test Score6.13
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density360/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access27.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants22
Retail Stores21

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home35.3%

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