Rock River, WY

Wyoming

Rock River is a small town in Wyoming with a population of 254. Residents earn $62,750 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
254 Population 109/sq mi density
$62,750 Median Income $58,429 per capita
$128,300 Home Value $169,769 Zillow
$1,558 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$62,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$128,300 home value, $1,558/mo rent
A+
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,750
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $128,300
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.9%
30% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,558
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.9%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.9%
133% higher than US avg

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

People

Population254
Median Age29.7 yrs
Density109/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

B
Median Income$62,750
Per Capita$58,429
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty28.9%
County GDP$2,360M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$128,300
Rent$1,558
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$169,769

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain11.2 in/yr
Elevation6,843 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+43.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.13

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%
Commute33 min
Libraries4

Is Rock River a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rock River receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Rock River stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rock River is $62,750, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 28.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rock River is $128,300, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,558 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Rock River has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.2 inches, including 51.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Rock River has a population of 254 with a density of 109 people per square mile. The median age is 29.7 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.6%).

Population

254
Total Population
109
People / sq mi
29.7yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65%
Female 35%

Race & Ethnicity

Rock River vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.1%
22% above US avg
Spanish3.9%
71% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rock River vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rock River is $62,750, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Rock River vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,750
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$58,429
Avg Weekly Wage$1,036
IRS Avg AGI$78,045

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate28.9%
133% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,666
County GDP$2,360M

Business (County)

Restaurants117
Healthcare143
Retail127
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,410
26% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.6 min
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Rock River is $128,300, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,558 (34% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $169,769.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$128,300
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$169,769
Median List Price$102,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$102,500
$/Sq Ft$35
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,558
34% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied46.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,410
26% above US avg
Effective Rate3.44%
In Rock River, 26.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 14.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Rock River vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.9%
16% below US avg
Diabetes7.0%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure26.7%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity14.4%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress14.3%
Physical Distress10.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Checkup Rate69.9%
Premature Death6,762/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access93.5%
Healthcare Facilities143

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Rock River has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.2°F
22% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.2 inches
71% below US avg
Snowfall51.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,843 ft (2,086 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²)
Population Density109/sq mi
Coordinates41.7317°N, 105.9751°W
County FIPS56001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 43.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.6%
D 47.5%

Winner: Republican by 3.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.9%
30% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.13
A+ Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density109/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities143
Restaurants117
Retail Stores127

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.6 min
Work from Home7.4%

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