Medicine Bow, WY

Wyoming

Medicine Bow is a small town in Wyoming with a population of 257. Residents earn $31,538 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
257 Population 74/sq mi density
$31,538 Median Income $28,110 per capita
$72,300 Home Value $186,682 Zillow
$531 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$31,538 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,300 home value, $531/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,538
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $72,300
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.4%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $531
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 38.6%
211% higher than US avg

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

People

Population257
Median Age65.2 yrs
Density74/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

D
Median Income$31,538
Per Capita$28,110
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty38.6%
County GDP$1,916M
Commute8 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,300
Rent$531
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$186,682

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain11.2 in/yr
Elevation6,558 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.4%
High School+80.6%
School Score6.13

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute8 min
Libraries8

Is Medicine Bow a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Medicine Bow receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Medicine Bow has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Medicine Bow is $31,538, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 38.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Medicine Bow is $72,300, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $531 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Medicine Bow has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.2 inches, including 51.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Medicine Bow has a population of 257 with a density of 74 people per square mile. The median age is 65.2 years, 68% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.9%), with 5.8% Hispanic.

Population

257
Total Population
74
People / sq mi
65.2yrs
Median Age
68% above US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.8%
Female 43.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Medicine Bow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.6%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.4%
30% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Medicine Bow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Medicine Bow is $31,538, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 38.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes.

Income: Medicine Bow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,538
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,110
Avg Weekly Wage$1,160
IRS Avg AGI$82,255

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate38.6%
211% above US avg
Establishments (County)687
County GDP$1,916M

Business (County)

Restaurants88
Healthcare52
Retail69
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,811
9% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time8.4 min
Work from Home13.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Medicine Bow is $72,300, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $531 (54% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $186,682.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,300
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$186,682

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$531
54% 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-Occupied88.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,811
9% above US avg
Effective Rate5.27%
In Medicine Bow, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 29.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Medicine Bow vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity29.5%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.6%
Checkup Rate66.6%
Premature Death9,504/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access79.9%
Healthcare Facilities52

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Medicine Bow has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.2°F
22% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.2 inches
71% below US avg
Snowfall51.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,558 ft (1,999 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²)
Population Density74/sq mi
Coordinates41.8995°N, 106.2019°W
County FIPS56007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.3%
D 20.1%

Winner: Republican by 58.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.4%
66% below US avg
High School+80.6%
School Test Score6.13
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density74/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants88
Retail Stores69

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute8.4 min
Work from Home13.0%

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