Moorcroft, WY
Full City Profile · Wyoming · Crook County County
Moorcroft, WY
At a Glance
How Moorcroft Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Moorcroft's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Moorcroft a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Moorcroft residents earn a median household income of $66,176 , which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,824. The unemployment rate stands at 2.4% (33% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 367 business establishments, including 28 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Moorcroft is $227,900 , 19% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $268,005. Median rent is $1,025/month, with 51.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 92.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1983.
Safety & Crime
Moorcroft reports 491 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 29% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 589/100K.
Education
11.3% of adults in Moorcroft hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below the national average). 93.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Moorcroft has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.5 inches.