Thayne, WY

Wyoming

Thayne is a small town in Wyoming with a population of 628. Residents earn $86,458 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
628 Population 367/sq mi density
$86,458 Median Income $38,808 per capita
$355,600 Home Value
$1,305 Median Rent
39°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$86,458 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$355,600 home value, $1,305/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,458
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $355,600
26% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.1%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,305
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

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

People

Population628
Median Age42.1 yrs
Density367/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A+
Median Income$86,458
Per Capita$38,808
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$1,288M
Commute21 min

Housing

A
Home Value$355,600
Rent$1,305
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain25.3 in/yr
Elevation5,948 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.1%
High School+98.8%
School Score6.13

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 15%
Commute21 min
EV Stations1
Libraries6

Is Thayne a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Thayne receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Thayne offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Thayne is $86,458, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Thayne is $355,600, 26% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,305 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Thayne has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Thayne has a population of 628 with a density of 367 people per square mile. The median age is 42.1 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.9%).

Population

628
Total Population
367
People / sq mi
42.1yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Thayne vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.4%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.6%
73% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Thayne vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Thayne is $86,458, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Thayne vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,458
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,808
Avg Weekly Wage$1,193
IRS Avg AGI$104,073

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,211
County GDP$1,288M

Business (County)

Restaurants65
Healthcare62
Retail103
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,992
71% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.8 min
Work from Home4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Thayne is $355,600, 26% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,305 (12% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$355,600
26% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,305
12% 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-Occupied76.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,992
71% above US avg
Effective Rate1.69%
In Thayne, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.4%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.3%
Checkup Rate66.1%
Premature Death7,435/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access77.2%
Healthcare Facilities62

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Thayne has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average38.6°F
29% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.3 inches
34% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,948 ft (1,813 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density367/sq mi
Coordinates42.9197°N, 110.9955°W
County FIPS56023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.5%
D 15.1%

Winner: Republican by 68.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.1%
34% below US avg
High School+98.8%
School Test Score6.13
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density367/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities62
Restaurants65
Retail Stores103

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.8 min
Work from Home4.5%

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