Rock Springs, WY
Full City Profile · Wyoming · Sweetwater County County
Rock Springs, WY
At a Glance
How Rock Springs Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Rock Springs's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Rock Springs a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Rock Springs residents earn a median household income of $73,307 , which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,882. The unemployment rate stands at 5.0% (39% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,732 business establishments, including 123 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Rock Springs is $245,600 , 13% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $290,316. Median rent is $943/month, with 25.5% 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 1980.
Safety & Crime
Rock Springs reports 149 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 61% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,339/100K.
Education
21.4% of adults in Rock Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below the national average). 91.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Rock Springs has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.