Median Income
$57,969
23% lower than US avg
Home Value
$105,700
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
20.6%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$686
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.9%
12% higher than US avg
How Wyoming Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,532
Median Age42.9 yrs
Density1,802/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Economy
B+
Median Income$57,969
Per Capita$32,753
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty13.9%
County GDP$340M
Commute20 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$105,700
Rent$686
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$127,713
Health
Obesity37.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Elevation703 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+20.6%
High School+89.6%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute20 min
Libraries3
Is Wyoming a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Wyoming receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. 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 $57,969, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. 13.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Wyoming is $105,700, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $686 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
20.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Wyoming experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 30.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Wyoming has a population of 1,532 with a density of 1,802 people per square mile. The median age is 42.9 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.9%).
Population
42.9yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.9% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.1% |
| 54% below US avg |
The median household income in Wyoming is $57,969, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $57,969 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,753 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,160 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,713 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.7% |
| 53% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.9% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 148 |
| County GDP | $340M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 5 |
| Healthcare | 5 |
| Retail | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,780 |
| 37% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.52% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.0 min |
| Work from Home | 3.1% |
The median home value in Wyoming is $105,700, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $686 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $127,713.
Home Values
| Census Median | $105,700 |
| 63% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $127,713 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $686 |
| 41% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,780 |
| 37% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.52% |
In Wyoming, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Wyoming vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.7% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.8% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 6.6% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.1% |
| Depression | 24.4% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 12.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.5% |
| Premature Death | 9,474/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 46.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5 |
Crime Rates: Wyoming vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Wyoming has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-6°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 49.6°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 39.6 inches |
| 4% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 30.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 703 ft (214 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,802/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.0638°N, 89.7729°W |
| County FIPS | 17175 |