Wyoming
La Barge is a small town in Wyoming with a population of 278. Residents earn $66,786 per year, which is 11% below the national average.
Based on current data, La Barge receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. La Barge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in La Barge is $66,786, 11% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.7%, unemployment is notably high. 10.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in La Barge is $184,800, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,198 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
La Barge has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.6 inches, including 33.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.
| English Only | 97.6% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.4% |
| 82% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $66,786 |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $35,250 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,193 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $104,073 |
| Unemployment | 10.7% |
| 197% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 10.7% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,211 |
| County GDP | $1,288M |
| Restaurants | 65 |
| Healthcare | 62 |
| Retail | 103 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,992 |
| 71% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.24% |
| Commute Time | 20.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.3% |
| Census Median | $184,800 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $1,198 |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 51.0% |
| Studio | $785 |
| 1 Bedroom | $824 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,044 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,399 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,719 |
| Owner-Occupied | 80.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,992 |
| 71% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.24% |
| Obesity | 34.1% |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.0% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.7% |
| Depression | 21.5% |
| Mental Distress | 16.8% |
| Physical Distress | 11.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 79.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 65.9% |
| Premature Death | 7,435/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 77.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 62 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| Annual Average | 39.1°F |
| 28% below US avg | |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 8.6 inches |
| 78% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 33.8 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 34.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 6,600 ft (2,012 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 296/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.2608°N, 110.1972°W |
| County FIPS | 56023 |
Winner: Republican by 68.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 22.1% |
| 34% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 97.4% |
| School Test Score | 6.13 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 296/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.9 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 96.2% |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 62 |
| Restaurants | 65 |
| Retail Stores | 103 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| Avg Commute | 20.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.3% |