Powell, WY
Full City Profile · Wyoming · Carbon County County
Powell, WY
At a Glance
How Powell Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Powell's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Powell a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Powell residents earn a median household income of $65,077 , which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,240. The unemployment rate stands at 3.7% (3% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 644 business establishments, including 62 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Powell is $265,400 , 6% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $421,737. Median rent is $856/month, with 24.6% 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 1977.
Safety & Crime
Powell reports 323 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 15% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,183/100K.
Education
32.9% of adults in Powell hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below the national average). 93.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Powell has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 6.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.