La Barge, WY

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.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
278 Population 296/sq mi density
$66,786 Median Income $35,250 per capita
$184,800 Home Value
$1,198 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$66,786 median income, 10.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$184,800 home value, $1,198/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,786
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $184,800
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.1%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,198
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.1%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.7%
197% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.7%
14% lower than US avg

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

People

Population278
Median Age49.0 yrs
Density296/mi²
Male / Female57% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans9.5%

Economy

C+
Median Income$66,786
Per Capita$35,250
Unemployment10.7%
Poverty10.7%
County GDP$1,288M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$184,800
Rent$1,198
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain8.6 in/yr
Elevation6,600 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.1%
High School+97.4%
School Score6.13

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 15%
Commute21 min
Broadband96.2%
Libraries6

Is La Barge a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

La Barge has a population of 278 with a density of 296 people per square mile. The median age is 49.0 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.2%), with 3.6% Hispanic.

Population

278
Total Population
296
People / sq mi
49.0yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.5%
Female 43.5%

Race & Ethnicity

La Barge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

La Barge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Barge is $66,786, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: La Barge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,786
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,250
Avg Weekly Wage$1,193
IRS Avg AGI$104,073

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.7%
197% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.7%
14% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,211
County GDP$1,288M

Business (County)

Restaurants65
Healthcare62
Retail103
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,992
71% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.6 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in La Barge is $184,800, 34% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,198 (3% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$184,800
34% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,198
3% above US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,992
71% above US avg
Effective Rate3.24%
In La Barge, 34.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: La Barge vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.1%
6% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.2%
Checkup Rate65.9%
Premature Death7,435/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access77.2%
Healthcare Facilities62

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

La Barge has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 8.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average39.1°F
28% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.6 inches
78% below US avg
Snowfall33.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,600 ft (2,012 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density296/sq mi
Coordinates42.2608°N, 110.1972°W
County FIPS56023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.4-point margin. 96.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.5%
D 15.1%

Winner: Republican by 68.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.1%
34% below US avg
High School+97.4%
School Test Score6.13
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density296/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.2%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities62
Restaurants65
Retail Stores103

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.6 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

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