Wyoming, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Wyoming is a small town in Iowa with a population of 529. Residents earn $67,125 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
529 Population 1,080/sq mi density
$67,125 Median Income $36,253 per capita
$104,300 Home Value $160,757 Zillow
$812 Median Rent 19.3% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$67,125 median income, 7.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$104,300 home value, $812/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,125
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $104,300
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.5%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $812
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.4%
106% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.8%
52% higher than US avg

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

People

Population529
Median Age42.6 yrs
Density1,080/mi²
Male / Female44% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans3.5%

Economy

C+
Median Income$67,125
Per Capita$36,253
Unemployment7.4%
Poverty18.8%
County GDP$858M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$104,300
Rent$812
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$160,757
Rent Burden19.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.2 in/yr
Elevation816 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.5%
High School+92.5%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute30 min
Broadband83.1%
Libraries7

Is Wyoming a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wyoming receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Wyoming offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wyoming is $67,125, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 18.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wyoming is $104,300, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $812 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Wyoming experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Wyoming has a population of 529 with a density of 1,080 people per square mile. The median age is 42.6 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93%).

Population

529
Total Population
1,080
People / sq mi
42.6yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.5%
Female 56.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Wyoming vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.4%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.6%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wyoming vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wyoming is $67,125, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Wyoming vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,125
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,253
Avg Weekly Wage$963
IRS Avg AGI$78,129

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.4%
106% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.8%
52% above US avg
Establishments (County)667
County GDP$858M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare43
Retail68
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,197
20% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.0 min
Drive Alone76.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Wyoming is $104,300, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $812 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $160,757.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,300
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$160,757

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$812
30% below US avg
Rent Burden19.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,197
20% above US avg
Effective Rate4.02%
In Wyoming, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.1%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.4%
Checkup Rate76.2%
Premature Death5,993/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access71.9%
Healthcare Facilities43

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Wyoming has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.2 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation816 ft (249 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density1,080/sq mi
Coordinates42.0595°N, 91.0052°W
County FIPS19105
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.3-point margin. 83.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.3%
D 36%

Winner: Republican by 26.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.5%
45% below US avg
High School+92.5%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,080/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.1%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities43
Restaurants39
Retail Stores68

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.0 min
Drive Alone76.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

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