Sinclair, WY

Wyoming

Sinclair is a small town in Wyoming with a population of 359. Residents earn $81,250 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
359 Population 148/sq mi density
$81,250 Median Income $56,108 per capita
$182,600 Home Value
$1,172 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$81,250 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$182,600 home value, $1,172/mo rent
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,250
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $182,600
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.5%
27% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,172
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.9%
93% lower than US avg

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

People

Population359
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density148/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,250
Per Capita$56,108
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty0.9%
County GDP$1,916M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$182,600
Rent$1,172
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain9.0 in/yr
Elevation6,616 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.5%
High School+97.6%
School Score6.13

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute17 min
Libraries8

Is Sinclair a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sinclair is $81,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sinclair is $182,600, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,172 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Sinclair has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Sinclair has a population of 359 with a density of 148 people per square mile. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.2%), with 3.6% Hispanic.

Population

359
Total Population
148
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.6%
Female 38.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Sinclair vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sinclair vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sinclair is $81,250, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Sinclair vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,250
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$56,108
Avg Weekly Wage$1,160
IRS Avg AGI$82,255

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.9%
93% 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 Rate2.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.4 min
Work from Home2.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Sinclair is $182,600, 35% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,172 (1% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$182,600
35% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,172
1% 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-Occupied86.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,811
9% above US avg
Effective Rate2.09%
In Sinclair, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 30.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma10.4%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity30.7%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Checkup Rate65.8%
Premature Death9,504/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access79.9%
Healthcare Facilities52

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Sinclair has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 9.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.1°F
20% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.0 inches
76% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,616 ft (2,017 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.3 km²)
Population Density148/sq mi
Coordinates41.7761°N, 107.1199°W
County FIPS56007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 24.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below 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+24.5%
27% below US avg
High School+97.6%
School Test Score6.13
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density148/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants88
Retail Stores69

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.4 min
Work from Home2.1%

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