Saratoga, WY

Wyoming

Saratoga is a small town in Wyoming with a population of 1,864. Residents earn $68,521 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,864 Population 548/sq mi density
$68,521 Median Income $35,322 per capita
$267,600 Home Value $287,679 Zillow
$950 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
120 Violent Crime/100K 480 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$68,521 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$267,600 home value, $950/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
120 violent crimes/100K (68% below avg)
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,521
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $267,600
5% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 120/100K
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.2%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.3%
1% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,864
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density548/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,521
Per Capita$35,322
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.3%
County GDP$1,916M
Commute15 min

Housing

A
Home Value$267,600
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$287,679

Crime

F
Violent120/100K
Property480/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault120/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity37.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI34 (Good)
Elevation6,788 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.2%
High School+93.0%
School Score6.13

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute15 min
EV Stations1
Libraries8

Is Saratoga a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saratoga receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates. Saratoga offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saratoga is $68,521, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.3% 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 Saratoga is $267,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Saratoga is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 120 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 480 per 100,000, 76% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Saratoga has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Saratoga has a population of 1,864 with a density of 548 people per square mile. The median age is 41.1 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.1%), with 3.8% Hispanic, 1.3% Asian.

Population

1,864
Total Population
548
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.4%
Female 54.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Saratoga vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Saratoga vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saratoga is $68,521, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Saratoga vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,521
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,322
Avg Weekly Wage$1,160
IRS Avg AGI$82,255

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.3%
1% 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
Effective Tax Rate1.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.3 min
Work from Home2.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Saratoga is $267,600, 5% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $287,679.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$267,600
5% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$287,679

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below 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-Occupied77.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,811
9% above US avg
Effective Rate1.42%
In Saratoga, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.7%
Checkup Rate67.1%
Premature Death9,504/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access79.9%
Healthcare Facilities52
Saratoga has a violent crime rate of 120 per 100,000 residents, 68% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 480 per 100,000 (76% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent120.0/100K
68% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault120.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property479.9/100K
76% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft240.0/100K
Vehicle Theft240.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Saratoga has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.7°F
19% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,788 ft (2,069 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.8 km²)
Population Density548/sq mi
Coordinates41.4524°N, 106.8117°W
County FIPS56007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 35.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.3%
D 20.1%

Winner: Republican by 58.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.2%
4% above US avg
High School+93.0%
School Test Score6.13
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density548/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants88
Retail Stores69

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.3 min
Work from Home2.7%

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