Median Income
$93,281
24% higher than US avg
Home Value
$131,800
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.5%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$668
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Riverton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population683
Median Age47.1 yrs
Density304/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Economy
A+
Median Income$93,281
Per Capita$33,096
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,092M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$131,800
Rent$668
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$165,179
Health
Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp57°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.0 in/yr
Elevation828 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.5%
High School+98.4%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute24 min
Libraries4
Is Riverton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Riverton receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Riverton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Riverton is $93,281, 24% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Riverton is $131,800, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $668 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Riverton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches, including 7.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Riverton has a population of 683 with a density of 304 people per square mile. The median age is 47.1 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%), with 2.2% Hispanic.
Population
47.1yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.1% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.9% |
| 86% below US avg |
The median household income in Riverton is $93,281, which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $93,281 |
| 24% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,096 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,090 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,821 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 416 |
| County GDP | $1,092M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 33 |
| Healthcare | 35 |
| Retail | 55 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,385 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.81% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.7 min |
| Work from Home | 22.1% |
The median home value in Riverton is $131,800, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $668 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $165,179.
Home Values
| Census Median | $131,800 |
| 53% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $165,179 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $668 |
| 43% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,385 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.81% |
In Riverton, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Riverton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.8% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.5% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.4% |
| Depression | 22.8% |
| Mental Distress | 18.1% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.4% |
| Premature Death | 12,090/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 48.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 35 |
Crime Rates: Riverton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Riverton has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
33°F Jan (1°C)
80°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 57.3°F |
| 6% above US avg |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 46.0 inches |
| 21% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 7.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 828 ft (252 m) |
| Area | 2.3 sq mi (5.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 304/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.0732°N, 94.7070°W |
| County FIPS | 20021 |