Midwest, WY

Wyoming · Metropolitan Area

Midwest is a small town in Wyoming with a population of 218. Residents earn $75,707 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
218 Population 445/sq mi density
$75,707 Median Income $40,264 per capita
$70,300 Home Value $53,763 Zillow
$525 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$75,707 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$70,300 home value, $525/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,707
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $70,300
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.8%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $525
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.0%
76% lower than US avg

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

People

Population218
Median Age51.9 yrs
Density445/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A+
Median Income$75,707
Per Capita$40,264
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$6,882M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$70,300
Rent$525
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$53,763

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain12.4 in/yr
Elevation4,856 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.8%
High School+93.3%
School Score6.13

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute19 min
Libraries3

Is Midwest a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Midwest receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Midwest offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Midwest is $75,707, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Midwest is $70,300, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $525 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Midwest has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.4 inches, including 45.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Midwest has a population of 218 with a density of 445 people per square mile. The median age is 51.9 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

218
Total Population
445
People / sq mi
51.9yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.4%
Female 43.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Midwest vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Midwest vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Midwest is $75,707, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Midwest vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,707
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,264
Avg Weekly Wage$1,181
IRS Avg AGI$85,636

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.0%
76% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,966
County GDP$6,882M

Business (County)

Restaurants207
Healthcare329
Retail348
Manufacturing95

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,354
24% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.3 min
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Midwest is $70,300, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $525 (55% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $53,763.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$70,300
75% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$53,763

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$525
55% 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-Occupied89.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,354
24% above US avg
Effective Rate6.19%
In Midwest, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure26.4%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity25.3%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.4%
Checkup Rate67.7%
Premature Death9,915/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access82.9%
Healthcare Facilities329

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Midwest has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.0°F
17% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.4 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall45.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,856 ft (1,480 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density445/sq mi
Coordinates43.4108°N, 106.2773°W
County FIPS56025
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.5%
D 24.8%

Winner: Republican by 48.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.8%
71% below US avg
High School+93.3%
School Test Score6.13
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density445/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities329
Restaurants207
Retail Stores348

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.3 min
Work from Home7.3%

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