Shoshoni, WY

Wyoming

Shoshoni is a small town in Wyoming with a population of 629. Residents earn $54,226 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
629 Population 144/sq mi density
$54,226 Median Income $26,122 per capita
$83,800 Home Value $197,791 Zillow
$782 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$54,226 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,800 home value, $782/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,226
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,800
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.5%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $782
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.4%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.6%
26% higher than US avg

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

People

Population629
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density144/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,226
Per Capita$26,122
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty15.6%
County GDP$2,121M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,800
Rent$782
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$197,791

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain8.0 in/yr
Elevation4,831 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.5%
High School+88.1%
School Score6.13

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute25 min
Libraries3

Is Shoshoni a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shoshoni receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Shoshoni offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shoshoni is $54,226, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. The poverty rate of 15.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Shoshoni is $83,800, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $782 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Shoshoni experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.0 inches, including 17.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Shoshoni has a population of 629 with a density of 144 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.9%), with 8.4% Hispanic.

Population

629
Total Population
144
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
4.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61%
Female 39%

Race & Ethnicity

Shoshoni vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Shoshoni vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shoshoni is $54,226, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Shoshoni vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,226
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,122
Avg Weekly Wage$1,013
IRS Avg AGI$72,819

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.6%
26% above 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
Effective Tax Rate5.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.7 min
Work from Home15.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Shoshoni is $83,800, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $782 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $197,791.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,800
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$197,791

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$122
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio94.4%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$782
33% 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-Occupied78.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,612
32% above US avg
Effective Rate5.50%
In Shoshoni, 33.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.4%
4% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.5%
Checkup Rate61.6%
Premature Death16,823/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access61.4%
Healthcare Facilities146

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Shoshoni has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 8.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average45.6°F
16% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.0 inches
79% below US avg
Snowfall17.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,831 ft (1,472 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.3 km²)
Population Density144/sq mi
Coordinates43.2381°N, 108.1068°W
County FIPS56013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.7%
D 30.4%

Winner: Republican by 37.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.5%
81% below US avg
High School+88.1%
School Test Score6.13
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density144/sq mi
Total Area4.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities146
Restaurants122
Retail Stores157

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.7 min
Work from Home15.4%

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