Van Tassell, WY

Wyoming

Van Tassell is a small town in Wyoming with a population of 26. Residents earn $208,333 per year, which is 177% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
26 Population 14/sq mi density
$208,333 Median Income $85,000 per capita
$110,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$208,333 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,000 home value
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $208,333
177% higher than US avg
Home Value $110,000
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population26
Median Age65.9 yrs
Density14/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans26.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$208,333
Per Capita$85,000
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$592M

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain17.7 in/yr
Elevation4,748 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.5%
High School+92.3%
School Score6.13

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
CommuteN/A
Broadband12.0%
Libraries1

Is Van Tassell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Van Tassell receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Van Tassell stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Van Tassell is $208,333, which is significantly higher than the national average — 177% above $75,149. This places Van Tassell among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Van Tassell is $110,000, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Van Tassell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.7 inches, including 48.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Van Tassell has a population of 26 with a density of 14 people per square mile. The median age is 65.9 years, 69% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

26
Total Population
14
People / sq mi
65.9yrs
Median Age
69% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Van Tassell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Van Tassell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Van Tassell is $208,333, which is 177% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Van Tassell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$208,333
177% above US avg
Per Capita Income$85,000
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$65,941

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)500
County GDP$592M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare37
Retail39
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,385
3% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.08%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Van Tassell is $110,000, 61% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,000
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$785
1 Bedroom$824
2 Bedrooms$1,044
3 Bedrooms$1,399
4 Bedrooms$1,719

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,385
3% below US avg
Effective Rate3.08%

Health Metrics: Van Tassell vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate64.7%
Premature Death9,718/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access45.4%
Healthcare Facilities37

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Van Tassell has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.7 inches
54% below US avg
Snowfall48.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,748 ft (1,447 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates42.6643°N, 104.0913°W
County FIPS56015
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 38.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.9-point margin. 12.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.8%
D 18.9%

Winner: Republican by 60.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.5%
14% above US avg
High School+92.3%
School Test Score6.13
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density14/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access12.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants28
Retail Stores39

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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