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Rawlins, WY

Wyoming · Carbon County

Rawlins is a small city in Wyoming with a population of 8,217. Residents earn $69,912 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
8,217 Population 996/sq mi density
$69,912 Median Income $34,576 per capita
$205,900 Home Value $189,147 Zillow
$833 Median Rent 23.3% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 316 sunny days/yr
303 Violent Crime/100K 1,420 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$69,912 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$205,900 home value, $833/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
303 violent crimes/100K (20% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $69,912
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $205,900
27% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 303/100K
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.9%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $833
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.9%
28% lower than US avg

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

People

Population8,217
Median Age38.1 yrs
Density996/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$69,912
Per Capita$34,576
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty8.9%
County GDP$1,916M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$205,900
Rent$833
Ownership73.1%
Zillow$189,147
Housing Units4,003
Rent Burden23.3%

Crime

F
Violent303/100K
Property1,420/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault245/100K
Burglary361/100K

Health

Obesity39.0%
Uninsured17.0%
Smoking15.9%
Depression20.1%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain16.9 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation6,699 ft (2,042 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.9%
High School+90.6%
Graduate+3.9%
School Score5.27

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute15 min
Broadband93.3%
EV Stations4
Libraries8

Is Rawlins a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rawlins receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Rawlins offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rawlins is $69,912, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rawlins is $205,900, 27% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $833 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Rawlins is below the national average at 303 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,420 per 100,000, 28% below the national average.

Education

17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Rawlins has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 316 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Rawlins has a population of 8,217 with a density of 996 people per square mile, spread across 8.3 square miles. The median age is 38.1 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.3% female and 52.7% male. The city is predominantly White (81.5%), with 2.7% Hispanic, 2.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 86.4% of residents, while 13.6% speak Spanish. 5.2% of the population are veterans. 11.4% of residents have a disability. 87.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

8,217
Total Population
996
People / sq mi
38.1yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
8.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Rawlins vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 86.4%
10% above US avg
Spanish 13.6%
1% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Rawlins vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rawlins is $69,912, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,576 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,160, 19% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 687 business establishments, including 88 restaurants. The cost of living index is 92.7, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 2.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Rawlins vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,912
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,576
Avg Weekly Wage$1,160
IRS Avg AGI$82,255
Gini Index0.407 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.9%
28% below 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
Cost of Living92.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.6 min
Drive Alone80.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Rawlins is $205,900, 27% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $189,147. Monthly rent averages $833 (28% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $824 for a one-bedroom to $1,044 for a two-bedroom apartment. 73.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 4,003 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1963. The average annual property tax is $3,811. 23.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$205,900
27% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$189,147

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$833
28% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$933
Rent Burden23.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$785
1 Bedroom$824
2 Bedrooms$1,044
3 Bedrooms$1,399
4 Bedrooms$1,719

Ownership & Property

Homeownership73.1%
Owner-Occupied73.1%
Renter-Occupied26.9%
Housing Units4,003
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,811
9% above US avg
Effective Rate1.85%
In Rawlins, 39.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.3% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.0% of residents. 30.4% have high blood pressure. 15.9% are current smokers. 16.6% report binge drinking. 30.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 20.1% report depression. 17.0% experience frequent mental distress. 17.0% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,831. The dentist ratio is 1:2,077. 79.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.3 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma9.9%
COPD6.6%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity30.5%
Depression20.1%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress14.0%
Short Sleep34.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.9%
Uninsured17.0%
98% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,831
Dentists1:2,077
Mental Health1:350
Checkup Rate66.0%
Dental Visits56.4%
Premature Death9,504/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access79.9%
Healthcare Facilities52
Rawlins has a violent crime rate of 303 per 100,000 residents, 20% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 244.5 per 100,000, robbery at 11.6, rape at 46.6. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,420 per 100,000, 28% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 978, burglary at 361, vehicle theft at 82 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 6 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 182 federally declared disasters. Overall, Rawlins receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent302.7/100K
20% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape46.6/100K
Robbery11.6/100K
Assault244.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,420.4/100K
28% below US avg
Burglary360.9/100K
Theft978.0/100K
Vehicle Theft81.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Traffic Accidents236
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Rawlins has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 316 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 16.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34. The city sits at an elevation of 6,699 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.8°F
19% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,699 ft (2,042 m)
Area8.3 sq mi (21.4 km²)
Population Density996/sq mi
Coordinates41.7851°N, 107.2247°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
CountyCarbon County County
Nearest AirportLaramie Regional (LAR)
86 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.9"
56% below US avg
Wettest Month (May) 1.38"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.51"

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)6.8 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)0.67 ppb

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score42.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability47.8 / 100
Community Resilience25.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Very Low
Heat Wave No Rating
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Very Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Relatively Moderate
Avalanche Relatively High
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

69 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M2.5 on Jul 21, 2025.

Apr 6, 1999 31 km SE of Wamsutter, Wyoming M4.3 57 km
Oct 10, 1992 25 km SSE of Riverton, Wyoming M4.0 142 km
May 26, 2000 5 km S of Bairoil, Wyoming M4.0 54 km
Mar 19, 2022 5 km NW of Ryan Park, Wyoming M3.8 73 km
Aug 18, 2009 19 km N of Craig, Colorado M3.7 125 km
Jul 23, 1993 29 km WNW of Esterbrook, Wyoming M3.7 147 km
May 17, 2009 24 km WNW of Jeffrey City, Wyoming M3.7 112 km
Oct 10, 1993 41 km W of Esterbrook, Wyoming M3.7 132 km
Jun 1, 1993 6 km N of Bairoil, Wyoming M3.7 65 km
Jun 2, 2023 9 km SSE of Saratoga, Wyoming M3.6 59 km
Aug 6, 1998 18 km NNE of Rawlins, Wyoming M3.6 19 km
Jun 30, 1998 8 km NNW of Point of Rocks, Wyoming M3.6 133 km
Aug 13, 2004 35 km SW of Alcova, Wyoming M3.5 60 km
Apr 20, 2017 24 km NE of Maybell, Colorado M3.5 135 km
Sep 14, 2024 9 km SSE of Saratoga, Wyoming M3.4 59 km
Oct 8, 2009 31 km SSW of Alcova, Wyoming M3.4 64 km
Jan 19, 2022 8 km ESE of Saratoga, Wyoming M3.3 58 km
Aug 26, 2022 27 km E of Bairoil, Wyoming M3.3 50 km
Jun 3, 2023 8 km SSE of Saratoga, Wyoming M3.3 58 km
May 4, 2015 5 km SSW of Encampment, Wyoming M3.3 77 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

30 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF2. Total: 1 injury.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jul 2, 1976 EF2 81 km 0
Jun 6, 2020 EF1 77 km 0
Jul 7, 1988 EF1 86 km 0
Jul 15, 1967 EF1 78 km 0
Jun 15, 1966 EF1 74 km 0
May 29, 1964 EF1 24 km 0
Jun 12, 1962 EF1 94 km 0
Jul 3, 1960 EF1 93 km 0
Jul 20, 1958 EF1 71 km 0
Jul 16, 1953 EF1 96 km 0
Jul 7, 2015 EF0 78 km 0
Jun 15, 2015 EF0 99 km 0
Aug 12, 2013 EF0 93 km 0
Jun 3, 2009 EF0 86 km 0
Jun 24, 2003 EF0 94 km 0
Jun 26, 2001 EF0 97 km 0
Aug 10, 1997 EF0 9 km 0
Jun 8, 1997 EF0 29 km 0
Jun 6, 1997 EF0 41 km 0
May 25, 1995 EF0 24 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

19 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: RYAN (28,858 ac, 2018).

Year Name Acres Distance
2018 RYAN 28,858 97 km
2019 PEDRO MOUNTAIN 21,904 70 km
2020 RR 316 14,274 54 km
2012 BEAR MOUNTAIN COMPLEX 8,196 51 km
1999 JEP 4,647 32 km
2004 PENNOCK RX 3,593 61 km
2012 SEMINOE 3,570 51 km
1993 DUNES 3,161 49 km
1999 CHACE 2,591 68 km
2016 SNAKE 2,557 83 km
2011 TB35 MARKING PEN CREEK 2,448 46 km
2016 BROADWAY 1,956 92 km
2020 BRADLEY 1,901 49 km
2000 ENCAMPMENT COMPLEX 1,765 82 km
1992 STRATTON 1,728 66 km
1999 MONUMENT 1,669 44 km
2011 FERRIS MOUNTAIN 1,464 52 km
1999 BATTLE CREEK 1,423 84 km
1998 SHIPPING 1,254 51 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 24°F (-5°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 31°F (-1°C) 0.7 in
April 38°F (3°C) 1.2 in
May 48°F (9°C) 1.4 in Wettest
June 58°F (14°C) 1.0 in
July 69°F (20°C) 0.9 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 0.9 in
September 56°F (13°C) 0.9 in
October 45°F (7°C) 1.0 in
November 31°F (-0°C) 0.7 in
December 24°F (-5°C) 0.6 in

Rawlins has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 23°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 10.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (1.4") and February the driest (0.5").

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Rawlins is located in Carbon County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, a smaller urban community. 17.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 47% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. 3.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 78.3% of the vote, a 58.1-point margin. 93.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 4 EV charging stations. There are 8 public libraries serving the community. 52 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 80.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.3%
D 20.1%

Winner: Republican by 58.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Traffic Accidents236
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.9%
47% below US avg
High School+90.6%
Graduate Degree+3.9%
School Test Score5.27
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density996/sq mi
Total Area8.3 sq mi
CountyCarbon County County

Services

Broadband Access93.3%
Avg Download Speed43.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed7.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants88
Retail Stores69

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.6 min
Drive Alone80.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%
Average costs for common services in Rawlins. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $232 ($139–$371)
Specialist Visit $324 ($185–$510)
Urgent Care Visit $185 ($93–$324)
Emergency Room Visit $2,039 ($742–$4,635)
Dental Cleaning $121 ($70–$185)
Dental Filling $232 ($139–$371)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $42 ($23–$70)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $70 ($46–$111)
Brake Pad Replacement $278 ($139–$464)
Tire Rotation $37 ($19–$70)
New Tires (Set of 4) $556 ($371–$927)
Battery Replacement $185 ($93–$324)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $93 ($56–$139)
Electrician (Per Hour) $83 ($46–$130)
HVAC Repair $371 ($139–$742)
HVAC System Install $6,489 ($3,708–$11,124)
Roof Repair $927 ($371–$1,854)
Roof Replacement $8,343 ($5,099–$13,905)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,391 ($464–$3,245)
Divorce (Contested) $13,905 ($4,635–$27,810)
DUI Defense $4,635 ($1,854–$9,270)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,391 ($742–$2,781)
Will Preparation $464 ($185–$927)
Trust Preparation $2,318 ($927–$4,635)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $23 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut $51 ($28–$93)
Hair Coloring (Full) $139 ($70–$232)
Manicure $23 ($14–$42)
Pedicure $37 ($23–$60)
Massage (1 Hour) $74 ($46–$121)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.80 ($2.78–$5.10)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.24 ($2.32–$4.64)
Loaf of Bread $3.52 ($2.32–$5.10)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.17 ($2.78–$6.03)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.10 ($3.71–$6.95)
Rice (per lb) $0.93 ($0.56–$1.67)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $130 ($74–$232)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $65 ($28–$139)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $65 ($37–$111)
Internet (Monthly) $65 ($37–$93)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $60 ($28–$93)
Cable TV (Monthly) $79 ($46–$139)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $185 ($70–$464)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,854 ($1,112–$3,245)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $65 ($28–$121)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.42–$23)
Car Registration (Annual) $93 ($28–$232)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14–$70)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,112 ($556–$2,318)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $927 ($464–$1,854)
After-School Care (Monthly) $371 ($185–$649)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $46 ($23–$93)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $927 ($371–$2,318)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,588 ($4,635–$27,810)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $56 ($28–$93)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $93 ($46–$185)
Dog Grooming $56 ($28–$93)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $37 ($19–$70)
Dog Spay/Neuter $278 ($139–$464)
Cat Spay/Neuter $185 ($93–$371)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$595
Toddler$575
Preschool$575
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$630
Toddler$556
Preschool$556
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Carbon County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 727 70 $36,450 1.11
Manufacturing 645 13 $131,331 1.20
Construction 587 74 $88,024 1.71
Health Care & Social Assistance 396 64 $43,682 0.42
Agriculture & Forestry 185 29 $49,613 3.50
Transportation & Warehousing 158 32 $77,900 0.57
Administrative & Waste Services 156 37 $49,237 0.41
Professional & Technical Services 135 52 $69,373 0.30
Finance & Insurance 128 25 $59,953 0.48
Other Services 118 28 $42,767 0.60
Mining & Oil/Gas 81 16 $71,375 3.28
Wholesale Trade 53 15 $76,908 0.21
Real Estate 50 24 $42,467 0.49
Information & Technology 49 19 $58,209 0.40
Utilities 46 12 $93,114 1.85
Management of Companies 15 6 $108,673 0.14
Educational Services 12 12 $73,896 0.09

Hospitals in Rawlins

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
MEMORIAL HOSPITAL OF CARBON COUNTY Critical Access Hospitals Yes (307) 324-2221

Schools in Rawlins

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Rawlins Elementary Elementary 646 62 10.4:1
Rawlins High School High 422 30 14.1:1
Rawlins Middle School Middle 332 31 10.7:1
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Radio Stations near Rawlins

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Rawlins

2 campgrounds found near Rawlins.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Dugway Campground Free
Teton Reservoir Campground Free

National Parks Near Rawlins

6 national parks and monuments found near Rawlins.

ParkTypeFee
Fort Fred Steele State Park Free
Independence Rock State Park Free
Pearl Lake State Park State Park Free
Platte River Crossing State Park Free
Seminoe Reservoir State Park State Park Free
Steamboat Lake State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Rawlins

1 trails found near Rawlins.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
CONTINENTAL DIVIDE NATION SCEN 8.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes

Museums in Rawlins

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
AMERICAN SHEEP HERITAGE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
CARBON COUNTY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM3073282740
CARBON COUNTY MUSEUM FOUNDATIONGENERAL MUSEUM904 W WALNUT ST3073282740
WYOMING FRONTIER PRISON MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3073244422

Libraries in Rawlins

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
CARBON COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM215 WEST BUFFALO0.080,000

Farmers Markets in Rawlins

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Rawlins Downtown Farmers Market400 W Front StreetVisit

Hotels in Rawlins

12 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Americas Best Value Inn Rawlins
Baymont Rawlins
Best Western Cottontree Inn
Comfort Inn & Suites
Days Inn by Wyndham Rawlins
Express Inn of Rawlins Save
Fairfield Inn & Suites
Hampton
Holiday Inn Express
Motel 7
Pronghorn Inn and Suites
Quality Inn Rawlins I-80

Restaurants in Rawlins

13 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

1880 Coco Restaurant
Anong's
Aspen House
Buck's Sports Grill
Cappy's Restaurant & Bar
Denny's
Hoot & Howel
Ichiban Japanese Steakhouse
La Abuelita
Michael's Big City Steakhouse
Penny's Diner Rawlins
Pizza Hut
Rose's Lariat

Cafes in Rawlins

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mukwano Coffee

Cinemas in Rawlins

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cinemark Movies 3

Gas Stations in Rawlins

13 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CityMarket
Conoco
Conoco
Flying J
Flying J
Gasamat
Kum & Go
Loaf 'N Jug
Shell
Sinclair
Sinclair
Sinclair
Walmart

Shopping Malls in Rawlins

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Spruce Street Mall

Golf Courses in Rawlins

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rochelle Ranch Golf Course

Nursing Homes in Rawlins

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
RAWLINS REHABILITATION AND WELLNESS
542 16TH STREET
For profit - Corporation 62 46 4/5 2/5 1/5 3073242759

Pharmacies in Rawlins

3 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
BI RITE PROFESSIONAL PHARMACY 300 3RD ST 307-324-3403
DILLON COMPANIES INC 602 N HIGLEY BLVD 307-324-8084
PAMIDA - 126 2100 EAST CEDAR STREET 307-324-5276

EV Charging Stations in Rawlins

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott - Tesla Supercharger2370 E Cedar St.Tesla8TESLApublic
Kroger-City Market 412 (Rawlins, WY)602 N Higley BlvdElectrify America4J1772COMBOpublic

Cell Towers in Rawlins

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
(Cherokee Peak)1100 Wagon Circle DriveGTOWER74

Fire Stations in Rawlins

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Carbon County Wyoming2712 E Murray STVolunteer307-320-7964
Rawlins Fire Department320 W Walnut STMostly volunteer307-328-4596

Bridges in Rawlins

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
SlabConcrete continuous19631256,922F
SlabConcrete continuous1959876,827F
SlabConcrete continuous1959806,827F
SlabConcrete continuous1959876,827F
SlabConcrete continuous19631256,739F
CulvertConcrete continuous1961326,663F
SlabConcrete continuous1959876,663F
CulvertConcrete continuous1962426,653G
SlabConcrete continuous1961936,653F
SlabConcrete continuous1962616,653F
SlabConcrete continuous1962946,639F
CulvertConcrete continuous1961326,624F
SlabConcrete continuous1959876,624F
SlabConcrete continuous1961936,618F
CulvertConcrete continuous1962426,618F
SlabConcrete continuous1962616,618F
SlabConcrete continuous1962946,603G
SlabConcrete continuous1959876,579F
SlabConcrete continuous1959806,579F
SlabConcrete continuous1959876,579F
SlabConcrete continuous1963616,522F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20101956,522G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19632126,522G
SlabConcrete continuous1963616,494F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19632126,494F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20101806,494G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19621926,093F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19631386,093F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19631386,057G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19621926,057F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19631943,846F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19943133,179G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19661,4691,984P
CulvertConcrete201025355G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19853825F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19852425F

Correctional Facilities in Rawlins

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
WYOMING STATE PENITENTIARY2900 S HIGLEY RDSTATE678820OPEN
CARBON COUNTY JAIL1302 E DALEY STCOUNTY-999-999OPEN

Amtrak Stations in Rawlins

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Rawlins, WY1400 South Higley BoulevardBUS

Airports Near Rawlins

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Rawlins Municipal Airport/Harvey FieldRWLMedium Airport
A Bar A Ranch AirstripSmall Airport
Cedar Creek Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Cruse AirportSmall Airport
Dixon AirportSmall Airport
Miracle Mile AirportSmall Airport
Shively FieldSAASmall Airport

Police Stations in Rawlins

1 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Rawlins PD

Grocery Stores in Rawlins

10 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
City Market 412Super Store602 N Higley Blvd
Family Dollar 5599Other1016 W Spruce St
Loaf N Jug 750124Convenience Store902 W Spruce St
Maverik Inc 724Convenience Store2346 W Spruce St
Pilot Travel Center 763Convenience StoreI 80 Johnson Rd
Stinker Store 211Convenience Store2201 Plaza St
Stinker Store 213Convenience Store302 Airport Rd
Stinker Store 214Convenience Store1601 Inverness Blvd
Stinker Store 215Convenience Store1512 W Spruce St
Walmart Supercenter 4471Super Store2390 E Cedar St

Treatment Centers in Rawlins

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
High Country Behavioral Health - Rawlins OfficeBoth307-324-7156

DOL Wage Violations in Rawlins

2 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $6,301 in back wages owed to 55 employees.

2
Violations
$6,301
Back Wages Owed
55
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Flying J Rawlins 82301 1 $5,541 $126 44
Peppermill Bar /Cactus Jack's 82301 1 $760 $69 11

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rawlins

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
BOOK OF ACTS CHURCH710 COLORADO ST
CHAPEL CAR BIBLE CHURCHPO BOX 1800
CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCHPO BOX 397
CHURCH ON THE ROCK CALVARY FELLOWSHIP OF RAWLINSPO BOX 1384
HARVESTIME MINISTRIESPO BOX 2084
QUADW MISSIONAL OUTREACH1303 W MAPLE ST
THE RAIN INCPO BOX 381
TRINITY ASSEMBLY OF GODPO BOX 369

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UFO Sightings
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Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Haunted Places
4
Locations with documented reports of paranormal activity and sightings
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Mines
2
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rawlins

What is the population of Rawlins?

Rawlins has a population of 8,217 residents and is located in Wyoming. The population density is 996 people per square mile, spread across 8.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.1 years. The population is 47.3% female and 52.7% male.

Is Rawlins expensive to live in?

Rawlins is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 92.7 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $69,912, 7% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $205,900 (27% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $833 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Rawlins safe?

Rawlins is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 303 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,420 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Rawlins receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Rawlins?

Rawlins has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Rawlins?

The unemployment rate in Rawlins is 5.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,160. There are 687 business establishments in the area, including 88 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 15 minutes, and 2.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Rawlins?

The median home value in Rawlins is $205,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $189,147. For renters, the median monthly rent is $833. Fair market rent is $824 for a 1-bedroom and $1,044 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 73.1%. The average annual property tax is $3,811.

How are the schools in Rawlins?

Schools in Rawlins score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 17.9% of adults in Rawlins hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. 3.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Rawlins?

The obesity rate in Rawlins is 39.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.9% of adults are smokers. 30.5% are physically inactive. 20.1% of residents report depression. 17.0% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 79.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,831.

What is transportation like in Rawlins?

The average commute in Rawlins is 15 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Rawlins?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Rawlins is 81.5% White, 2.3% Black or African American, 2.7% Hispanic or Latino. 86.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 13.6% speak Spanish. 5.2% of the population are military veterans. 11.4% of residents have a disability. 87.9% have health insurance coverage.

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