Sundance, WY

Wyoming

Sundance is a small town in Wyoming with a population of 974. Residents earn $60,208 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
974 Population 319/sq mi density
$60,208 Median Income $38,428 per capita
$260,900 Home Value $373,470 Zillow
$932 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
81 Violent Crime/100K 1,870 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$60,208 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$260,900 home value, $932/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
81 violent crimes/100K (79% below avg)
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,208
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $260,900
7% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 81/100K
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.1%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $932
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.7%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population974
Median Age52.8 yrs
Density319/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,208
Per Capita$38,428
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$458M
Commute13 min

Housing

A
Home Value$260,900
Rent$932
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$373,470

Crime

F
Violent81/100K
Property1,870/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault81/100K
Burglary244/100K

Health

Obesity32.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain20.4 in/yr
Elevation4,727 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.1%
High School+94.2%
School Score6.13

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 10%
Commute13 min
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Sundance a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sundance receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Sundance offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sundance is $60,208, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sundance is $260,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $932 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Sundance is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 81 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,870 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

26.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Sundance has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.4 inches, including 81.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Sundance has a population of 974 with a density of 319 people per square mile. The median age is 52.8 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.2%).

Population

974
Total Population
319
People / sq mi
52.8yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Sundance vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.2%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.8%
49% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sundance vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sundance is $60,208, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Sundance vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,208
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,428
Avg Weekly Wage$1,105
IRS Avg AGI$87,250

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)367
County GDP$458M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare19
Retail24
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,710
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.6 min
Work from Home13.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Sundance is $260,900, 7% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $932 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $373,470.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$260,900
7% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$373,470

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$932
20% 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-Occupied64.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,710
6% above US avg
Effective Rate1.42%
In Sundance, 32.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.3% report depression. 22.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.7%
2% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure27.4%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity22.9%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.6%
Checkup Rate67.5%
Premature Death7,578/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access60.2%
Healthcare Facilities19
Sundance has a violent crime rate of 81 per 100,000 residents, 79% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,870 per 100,000 (5% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent81.3/100K
79% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault81.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,869.9/100K
5% below US avg
Burglary243.9/100K
Theft1,463.4/100K
Vehicle Theft162.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Sundance has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.8°F
19% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.4 inches
46% below US avg
Snowfall81.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,727 ft (1,441 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (7.9 km²)
Population Density319/sq mi
Coordinates44.4048°N, 104.3662°W
County FIPS56011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 26.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 78-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.3%
D 10.3%

Winner: Republican by 78 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.1%
23% below US avg
High School+94.2%
School Test Score6.13
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density319/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants28
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.6 min
Work from Home13.6%

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