Ten Sleep, WY

Wyoming

Ten Sleep is a small town in Wyoming with a population of 214. Residents earn $30,893 per year, which is 59% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
214 Population 1,126/sq mi density
$30,893 Median Income $23,800 per capita
$212,500 Home Value $361,454 Zillow
$730 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$30,893 median income, 1.9% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$212,500 home value, $730/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,893
59% lower than US avg
Home Value $212,500
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.0%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $730
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.7%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 34.7%
180% higher than US avg

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

People

Population214
Median Age54.5 yrs
Density1,126/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

C
Median Income$30,893
Per Capita$23,800
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty34.7%
County GDP$768M
Commute15 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$212,500
Rent$730
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$361,454

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain13.7 in/yr
Elevation4,430 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.0%
High School+95.3%
School Score6.13

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute15 min
Libraries5

Is Ten Sleep a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ten Sleep receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Ten Sleep has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ten Sleep is $30,893, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. The poverty rate of 34.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ten Sleep is $212,500, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $730 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

24.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Ten Sleep experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.7 inches, including 51.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Ten Sleep has a population of 214 with a density of 1,126 people per square mile. The median age is 54.5 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.8%), with 2.8% Hispanic.

Population

214
Total Population
1,126
People / sq mi
54.5yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.7%
Female 38.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Ten Sleep vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ten Sleep vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ten Sleep is $30,893, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 34.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Ten Sleep vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,893
59% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,800
Avg Weekly Wage$998
IRS Avg AGI$65,260

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate34.7%
180% above US avg
Establishments (County)520
County GDP$768M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare28
Retail35
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,327
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ten Sleep is $212,500, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $730 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $361,454.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$212,500
25% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$361,454

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$730
37% 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-Occupied47.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,327
5% below US avg
Effective Rate1.57%
In Ten Sleep, 31.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Ten Sleep vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.7%
1% below US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Checkup Rate64.1%
Premature Death8,577/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access61.2%
Healthcare Facilities28

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Ten Sleep has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.7 inches
64% below US avg
Snowfall51.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,430 ft (1,350 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,126/sq mi
Coordinates44.0350°N, 107.4483°W
County FIPS56003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 24.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.5%
D 13%

Winner: Republican by 72.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.0%
29% below US avg
High School+95.3%
School Test Score6.13
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,126/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants30
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

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