Lingle, WY

Wyoming

Lingle is a small town in Wyoming with a population of 396. Residents earn $73,250 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
396 Population 1,277/sq mi density
$73,250 Median Income $40,167 per capita
$207,400 Home Value $265,647 Zillow
$827 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$73,250 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$207,400 home value, $827/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,250
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $207,400
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.1%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent $827
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population396
Median Age47.5 yrs
Density1,277/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A+
Median Income$73,250
Per Capita$40,167
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$592M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$207,400
Rent$827
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$265,647

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain14.8 in/yr
Elevation4,172 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.1%
High School+97.9%
School Score6.13

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute17 min
Libraries1

Is Lingle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lingle receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Lingle stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lingle is $73,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lingle is $207,400, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $827 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Lingle experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Lingle has a population of 396 with a density of 1,277 people per square mile. The median age is 47.5 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.9%), with 2.8% Hispanic.

Population

396
Total Population
1,277
People / sq mi
47.5yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.7%
Female 54.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Lingle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lingle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lingle is $73,250, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Lingle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,250
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,167
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$65,941

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)500
County GDP$592M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare37
Retail39
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,385
3% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lingle is $207,400, 26% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $827 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $265,647.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$207,400
26% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$265,647

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$827
29% 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-Occupied67.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,385
3% below US avg
Effective Rate1.63%
In Lingle, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.6%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure26.8%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.7%
Checkup Rate68.0%
Premature Death9,718/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access45.4%
Healthcare Facilities37

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Lingle has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.8 inches
61% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,172 ft (1,272 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,277/sq mi
Coordinates42.1387°N, 104.3460°W
County FIPS56015
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 27.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.8%
D 18.9%

Winner: Republican by 60.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.1%
20% below US avg
High School+97.9%
School Test Score6.13
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,277/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants28
Retail Stores39

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

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