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Riverton, WY

Wyoming · Fremont County

Riverton is a small city in Wyoming with a population of 10,803. Residents earn $56,280 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
10,803 Population 1,043/sq mi density
$56,280 Median Income $27,758 per capita
$204,900 Home Value $254,997 Zillow
$885 Median Rent 27.0% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 310 sunny days/yr
345 Violent Crime/100K 3,871 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$56,280 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$204,900 home value, $885/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
345 violent crimes/100K (9% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $56,280
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $204,900
27% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 345/100K
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.3%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $885
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.2%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population10,803
Median Age35.7 yrs
Density1,043/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Veterans8.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,280
Per Capita$27,758
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$2,121M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$204,900
Rent$885
Ownership57.6%
Zillow$254,997
Housing Units4,637
Rent Burden27.0%

Crime

F
Violent345/100K
Property3,871/100K
Murder27.3/100K
Assault136/100K
Burglary473/100K

Health

Obesity34.2%
Uninsured13.3%
Smoking17.0%
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain9.5 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation4,957 ft (1,511 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.3%
High School+93.4%
Graduate+7.3%
School Score5.13

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute15 min
Broadband87.4%
EV Stations5
Libraries3

Is Riverton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Riverton receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Riverton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Riverton is $56,280, 25% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate 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 Riverton is $204,900, 27% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $885 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Riverton is below the national average at 345 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,871 per 100,000, 98% above the national average.

Education

22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Riverton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 9.5 inches, including 44.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Riverton has a population of 10,803 with a density of 1,043 people per square mile, spread across 9.9 square miles. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.4% female and 48.6% male. The city is predominantly White (77.4%), with 13.1% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.5% of residents, while 5.5% speak Spanish. 8.8% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 15.1% of residents have a disability. 82.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

10,803
Total Population
1,043
People / sq mi
35.7yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
9.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Riverton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.5%
20% above US avg
Spanish 5.5%
59% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Riverton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Riverton is $56,280, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,758 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,013, 29% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,849 business establishments, including 122 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). 4.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Riverton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,280
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,758
Avg Weekly Wage$1,013
IRS Avg AGI$72,819
Gini Index0.425 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,849
County GDP$2,121M

Business (County)

Restaurants122
Healthcare146
Retail157
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,612
32% above US avg
Cost of Living92.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.0 min
Drive Alone78.4%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Riverton is $204,900, 27% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $254,997, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 95.5% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $885 (24% 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. 57.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 4,637 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1974. The average annual property tax is $4,612 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 27.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$204,900
27% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$254,997
Median List Price$237,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$237,000
$/Sq Ft$127
Homes Sold11
Sale-to-List Ratio95.5%
Price Drops10.2%
Inventory49

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$885
24% below US avg
Rent Burden27.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership57.6%
Owner-Occupied57.6%
Renter-Occupied42.4%
Housing Units4,637
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,612
32% above US avg
Effective Rate2.25%
In Riverton, 34.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.8% of residents. 30.2% have high blood pressure. 17.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.2% report binge drinking. 26.4% are physically inactive. 21.8% report depression. 17.9% experience frequent mental distress. 13.3% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,229. The dentist ratio is 1:1,273. 61.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.5 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-26)

PM2.5
8.0
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
18.3
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
0.4
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
123.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.2
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
124.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.2%
7% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.0%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity26.4%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep32.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.1%
Uninsured13.3%
55% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,229
Dentists1:1,273
Mental Health1:355
Checkup Rate62.8%
Dental Visits58.8%
Premature Death16,823/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access61.4%
Healthcare Facilities146
Riverton has a violent crime rate of 345 per 100,000 residents, 9% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 136.3 per 100,000, robbery at 9.1, rape at 172.7. The murder rate is 27.3 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,871 per 100,000, 98% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 3,017, burglary at 473, vehicle theft at 382 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 10 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Riverton receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent345.3/100K
9% below US avg
Murder27.3/100K
333% above US avg
Rape172.7/100K
Robbery9.1/100K
Assault136.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,871.3/100K
98% above US avg
Burglary472.6/100K
Theft3,017.1/100K
Vehicle Theft381.7/100K
Arson54.5/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Traffic Accidents3
Avg Accident Severity4.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Riverton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 310 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 9.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 44.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34. The city sits at an elevation of 4,957 feet.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average43.9°F
19% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,957 ft (1,511 m)
Area9.9 sq mi (25.5 km²)
Population Density1,043/sq mi
Coordinates43.0263°N, 108.3813°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
CountyFremont County County
Nearest AirportCentral Wyoming Regional (RIW)
5 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 9.5"
75% below US avg
Snowfall 44.3"
Wettest Month (May) 1.77"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.24"

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0494 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)2.8 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)1.82 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)4.0 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score59.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability52.8 / 100
Community Resilience11.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Relatively Moderate
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Relatively Moderate
Volcano Very Low
Avalanche Relatively Moderate
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

67 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.5 on Jul 21, 2025.

Sep 21, 2013 20 km W of Fort Washakie, Wyoming M4.8 61 km
Sep 27, 2001 35 km WSW of Dubois, Wyoming M4.3 144 km
Oct 10, 1992 25 km SSE of Riverton, Wyoming M4.0 26 km
May 26, 2000 5 km S of Bairoil, Wyoming M4.0 114 km
Nov 3, 2017 57 km S of Ten Sleep, Wyoming M4.0 97 km
Apr 13, 2021 51 km S of Ten Sleep, Wyoming M3.9 102 km
Jun 1, 1993 6 km N of Bairoil, Wyoming M3.7 104 km
Oct 21, 1996 42 km ESE of Boulder, Wyoming M3.7 90 km
May 17, 2009 24 km WNW of Jeffrey City, Wyoming M3.7 58 km
Feb 13, 2023 Wyoming M3.7 98 km
Aug 31, 1992 34 km WNW of Kaycee, Wyoming M3.6 140 km
Jul 4, 2021 43 km S of Ten Sleep, Wyoming M3.6 107 km
Jun 30, 1998 8 km NNW of Point of Rocks, Wyoming M3.6 147 km
Nov 16, 1993 17 km SSE of Ten Sleep, Wyoming M3.5 125 km
Aug 7, 1991 31 km NNW of Pavillion, Wyoming M3.5 66 km
Jan 9, 2007 7 km ENE of East Thermopolis, Wyoming M3.5 75 km
Aug 13, 2004 35 km SW of Alcova, Wyoming M3.5 142 km
Oct 8, 2009 31 km SSW of Alcova, Wyoming M3.4 147 km
Aug 26, 2022 27 km E of Bairoil, Wyoming M3.3 129 km
Apr 5, 2002 7 km W of South Flat, Wyoming M3.3 105 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

26 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 3 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 16, 1962 EF3 31 km 0
Jul 10, 2001 EF2 90 km 0
Jun 7, 1986 EF2 30 km 0
Aug 27, 1973 EF2 63 km 0
Jun 6, 1967 EF2 9 km 0
May 6, 2014 EF1 30 km 0
Jun 6, 1997 EF1 7 km 0
Aug 3, 1980 EF1 31 km 0
Aug 3, 1976 EF1 42 km 0
Jun 6, 1968 EF1 12 km 0
Jun 5, 1968 EF1 3 km 0
Jun 14, 1967 EF1 9 km 0
Apr 23, 1964 EF1 32 km 0
Sep 9, 2024 EF0 70 km 0
Aug 11, 2020 EF0 17 km 0
May 28, 2018 EF0 82 km 0
Jun 3, 2014 EF0 91 km 0
May 6, 2014 EF0 22 km 0
Jun 14, 2009 EF0 77 km 0
Jun 3, 2009 EF0 87 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: KATESBASIN (141,128 ac, 2000).

Year Name Acres Distance
2000 KATESBASIN 141,128 59 km
1996 EBLACK MTN 53,211 93 km
1996 BATES 47,060 97 km
2012 ALPINE LAKE 39,158 75 km
1988 FAYETTE 29,234 99 km
2020 NEIBER 17,594 95 km
2002 SOUTH FORK II 13,803 56 km
2002 PASS CREEK 13,724 52 km
2018 DENVER JAKE 6,973 97 km
1985 GOAT MTN 6,450 96 km
2000 MUDDYCRK 4,601 66 km
2007 COPPER MTN. 4,458 59 km
2018 ZIMMERMAN 3,655 88 km
1989 ANNS 3,298 74 km
2002 DIVIDE 2,831 89 km
2023 BLACK MOUNTAIN 2,596 90 km
2018 POTTER BUTTE 2,444 92 km
2022 WASHAKIE PARK 2,337 60 km
1988 WISE FLAT 2,232 50 km
2018 BLACK MOUNTAIN 2,178 81 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 16°F (-9°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 24°F (-4°C) 0.2 in
March 36°F (2°C) 0.5 in
April 45°F (7°C) 1.1 in
May 54°F (12°C) 1.8 in Wettest
June 64°F (18°C) 1.1 in
July 71°F (22°C) 0.8 in Warmest
August 69°F (21°C) 0.6 in
September 58°F (14°C) 0.9 in
October 46°F (8°C) 0.8 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 0.4 in
December 19°F (-7°C) 0.3 in

Riverton has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 16°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 8.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (1.8") and January the driest (0.2").

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Riverton is located in Fremont County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, a smaller urban community. 22.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. 7.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 67.7% of the vote, a 37.4-point margin. 87.4% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 5 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 146 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 78.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.7%
D 30.4%

Winner: Republican by 37.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Traffic Accidents3
Avg Accident Severity4.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.3%
34% below US avg
High School+93.4%
Graduate Degree+7.3%
School Test Score5.13
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,043/sq mi
Total Area9.9 sq mi
CountyFremont County County

Services

Broadband Access87.4%
Avg Download Speed46.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed10.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities146
Restaurants122
Retail Stores157

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.0 min
Drive Alone78.4%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home4.6%
Average costs for common services in Riverton. 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)
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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)
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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)
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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$575
Toddler$513
Preschool$513
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$638
Toddler$574
Preschool$575
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Fremont County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 1,868 152 $35,136 1.20
Health Care & Social Assistance 1,718 359 $54,076 0.77
Accommodation & Food Services 1,476 136 $21,634 1.04
Construction 858 212 $54,258 1.05
Professional & Technical Services 490 196 $73,238 0.45
Educational Services 482 25 $44,760 1.50
Mining & Oil/Gas 455 39 $103,441 7.73
Manufacturing 385 35 $46,518 0.30
Other Services 365 102 $48,093 0.78
Finance & Insurance 327 88 $67,719 0.52
Wholesale Trade 290 68 $58,671 0.47
Transportation & Warehousing 289 60 $125,646 0.44
Administrative & Waste Services 222 99 $47,997 0.24
Arts & Entertainment 194 35 $24,478 0.74
Real Estate 147 57 $43,977 0.61
Information & Technology 115 34 $69,576 0.39
Agriculture & Forestry 88 20 $33,489 0.70
Utilities 73 5 $102,361 1.23
Management of Companies 55 13 $143,844 0.21
Unclassified 2 2 $162,378 0.09

Colleges & Universities in Riverton

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Central Wyoming College Public · Bachelor's 2,377 $4,680 $10,980

Hospitals in Riverton

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
SAGEWEST HEALTH CARE Acute Care Hospitals 1/5 Yes (307) 856-4161

Schools in Riverton

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Riverton High School High 776 45 17.2:1
Riverton Middle School Middle 541 43 12.6:1
Rendezvous Elementary Elementary 380 29 13.1:1
Aspen Early Learning Center Elementary 220 21 10.5:1
Willow Creek Elementary Elementary 209 22 9.5:1
Ashgrove Elementary Elementary 159 15 10.6:1
Jackson Elementary Elementary 158 15 10.5:1
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Radio Stations near Riverton

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

National Parks Near Riverton

8 national parks and monuments found near Riverton.

ParkTypeFee
Boysen State Park State Park Free
California National Historic Trail National Historic Trail Free
Hot Springs State Park State Park Free
Legend Rock State Park Free
Pony Express National Historic Trail National Historic Trail Free
Sinks Canyon State Park Free
Sinks Canyon State Park Free
South Pass City State Park Free

Trails Near Riverton

8 trails found near Riverton.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
WOLF 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
LOUIS LAKE 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
WILD IRIS 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SPRING CREEK 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
Unnamed 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
MAXON BASIN CUTOFF 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
Unnamed 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
Unnamed 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL

Museums in Riverton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
WIND RIVER HERITAGE CENTERHISTORY MUSEUM1075 S FEDERAL BLVD3078560706$36,399
ARTS CENTER GALLERYART MUSEUM3078552000
CENTRAL WYOMING CHILDREN'S CENTER FOR ART TECHNOLOGY AND SCIENCE (CATS)CHILDREN'S MUSEUM
RIVERTON MUSEUM ASSOCIATIONGENERAL MUSEUM

Farmers Markets in Riverton

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Wind River Reservation Tribal Farmers Market4 Great Plains Road08/04/2016 to 10/06/2016Thu: 4:00 PM-6:30 PM;

Hotels in Riverton

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Comfort Inn & Suites
Hampton Inn & Suites Riverton
Holiday Inn Riverton-Convention Center
Sundowner Station
Tomahawk Motor Lodge

Restaurants in Riverton

8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chopstix Asian Bistro
El Durango
Fat Boys
Perets
Pizza Hut
The Bull
The Depot
Trailhead

Cafes in Riverton

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Brown Sugar Roastery
Roasted Bean

Cinemas in Riverton

2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Acme Theatre
Gem Theatre

Gas Stations in Riverton

7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cenex
Exxon
Exxon
Loaf'N Jug
Maverick
Pit Stop
Sinclair

Banks in Riverton

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Atlantic City Federal Credit Union
Wells Fargo

Gyms in Riverton

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

US #643207929

Nursing Homes in Riverton

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
WIND RIVER REHABILITATON AND WELLNESS
1002 FOREST DRIVE
For profit - Corporation 81 67 1/5 3/5 1/5 3078569471

Pharmacies in Riverton

5 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
KMART 1960 NORTH FEDERAL BOULEVARD 307-856-2261
SAFEWAY 708 NORTH FEDERAL BOULEVARD 307-857-6833
SMITH'S 1200 WEST MAIN STREET 307-856-4934
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1457 1733 NORTH FEDERAL BOULEVARD 307-856-3269
WALGREENS - 10466 845 NORTH FEDERAL BOULEVARD 307-857-6023

EV Charging Stations in Riverton

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Breadboard - Riverton124 E Washington AveNon-Networked2J1772public
Hampton Inn & Suites Riverton - Tesla Destination2500 N Federal BlvdTesla Destination1TESLApublic
Northern Arapaho Tribal Industries98 Gas Hill RdNon-Networked2J1772 TESLAprivate

Cell Towers in Riverton

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
1.1 mile N of River Rd & 600' E of US Rte 26TOWER18

Fire Stations in Riverton

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Fremont County Fire Protection District305 S Smith RDMostly volunteer307-857-3030
Riverton Fire Department314 E Washington AVEVolunteer307-856-2284

Power Plants Near Riverton

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
BIG SAND DRAW PLANTNOT AVAILABLE221112-108.2NOT AVAILABLE
BEAVER CREEK GAS PLANTALL OTHER; NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBUSTION TURBINE221112-108.3OP

Bridges in Riverton

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
FrameConcrete19572513,309F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196829012,808F
CulvertConcrete1989327,680G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1988775,796F
CulvertConcrete2011215,796G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19762323,514F
CulvertConcrete1965212,512F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19771901,283F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous2002180972F
CulvertSteel199330857G
CulvertConcrete202126704G
CulvertSteel201721695G
Channel BeamConcrete197538168F
Tee BeamConcrete192172139P
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200053127G
CulvertConcrete continuous19612857F
CulvertConcrete20054334G

Correctional Facilities in Riverton

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
WYOMING HONOR FARM40 HONOR FARM RDSTATE271283OPEN

Airports Near Riverton

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Central Wyoming Regional AirportRIWMedium Airport
Hunt FieldLNDMedium Airport
Bridger Creek AirportSmall Airport
Hot Springs County AirportTHPSmall Airport
Shoshoni Municipal AirportSmall Airport
South Pass City AirportSmall Airport

Grocery Stores in Riverton

15 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Clarks Meat HouseSpecialty Store101 W Fremont Ave
Dollar General 25208Other600 S Federal Blvd
Dollar Tree 3537Other1004 N Federal Blvd
Family Dollar 7046Other514 E Pershing Ave
Fremont Local MarketFarmers and Markets524 E Main St
Good 2 Go Store 206Convenience Store2150 N Federal Blvd
Good 2 Go Store 219Convenience Store203 N Federal Blvd
Grahams Gluten Free FoodsConvenience Store414 E Main St
Loaf N Jug 750156Convenience Store305 N Federal Blvd
Maverik Inc 192Convenience Store1604 W Main St
Riverton Papa Murphy'sSpecialty Store1020 N Federal Blvd
Smiths Food & Drug Center 183Super Store1200 W Main St
Walgreens 10466Other845 N Federal Blvd
Walmart SC 1457Super Store1733 N Federal Blvd
Wednesday Farmers Market - Fremont Local FoodsFarmers and Markets100 N Federal Blvd

Treatment Centers in Riverton

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Fremont Counseling ServiceBoth307-856-6587

DOL Wage Violations in Riverton

9 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $111,636 in back wages owed to 95 employees.

9
Violations
$111,636
Back Wages Owed
95
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
Patel Enterprise - Motel 6 Riverton 82501 1 $68,688 $68,688 1
Patel Enterprise - Super 8 Riverton 82501 1 $26,045 $13,023 2
Cheryl Rapue Trucking 82501 1 $5,336 $593 9
Pathfinder Inspection Service 82501 1 $5,187 $1,037 5
Kanav Motels LLC 82501 1 $2,160 $2,160 1
COMMUNITY ENTRY SERVICES [OSHA] Community Entry Services 82501 Other Residential Care Facilities 1 $2,103 $47 45
Wyoming Wireless (Main) 82501 1 $1,601 $84 19
Domino's Pizza - Riverton WY 82501 1 $457 $42 11
Wyoming Wireless (Riverton) 82501 1 $58 $29 2

Churches & Religious Organizations in Riverton

12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
FAITH FELLOWSHIP CHURCH OF GOD3335 LEWIS RD
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GODPO BOX 948
FOUNDATIONS FOR NATIONS INC20 MISSION RD
GRACEPOINTE CHURCH INCPO BOX 1357
NEIGHBORHOOD ALLIANCE CHURCH IN RIVERTON WYOMING4440 RIVERVIEW RD
ONE LIFE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH7090 RIVERVIEW RD
SAINT MARGARET CATHOLIC SCHOOL220 N 7TH ST E
SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH113 E ADAMS AVE
TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CONGREGATION FOUNDATION INC419 E PARK AVE
TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH419 E PARK AVE
WAY OF THE CROSS ASSEMBLY OF GOD635 S 2ND ST W
WESTERN HERITAGE LUTHERAN ACADEMYPO BOX 2080

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Haunted Places
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Locations with documented reports of paranormal activity and sightings
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Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Frequently Asked Questions About Riverton

What is the population of Riverton?

Riverton has a population of 10,803 residents and is located in Wyoming. The population density is 1,043 people per square mile, spread across 9.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.4% female and 48.6% male.

Is Riverton expensive to live in?

Riverton 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 $56,280, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $204,900 (27% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $885 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Riverton safe?

Riverton is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 345 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,871 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Riverton receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Riverton?

Riverton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.5 inches, with 44.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 34.

How is the job market in Riverton?

Riverton has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,013. There are 1,849 business establishments in the area, including 122 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 15 minutes, and 4.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Riverton?

The median home value in Riverton is $204,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $254,997. For renters, the median monthly rent is $885. Fair market rent is $824 for a 1-bedroom and $1,044 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 57.6%. The average annual property tax is $4,612.

How are the schools in Riverton?

Schools in Riverton score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 22.3% of adults in Riverton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. 7.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Riverton?

The obesity rate in Riverton is 34.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.0% of adults are smokers. 26.4% are physically inactive. 21.8% of residents report depression. 13.3% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 61.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,229.

What is transportation like in Riverton?

The average commute in Riverton is 15 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Riverton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Riverton is 77.4% White, 0.8% Black or African American, 13.1% Hispanic or Latino. 94.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.5% speak Spanish. 8.8% of the population are military veterans. 15.1% of residents have a disability. 82.1% have health insurance coverage.

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