Wyoming, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Wyoming is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,532. Residents earn $57,969 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,532 Population 1,802/sq mi density
$57,969 Median Income $32,753 per capita
$105,700 Home Value $127,713 Zillow
$686 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$57,969 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,700 home value, $686/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.6% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

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

1,532
Total Population
1,802
People / sq mi
42.9yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Wyoming vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.9%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.1%
54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wyoming vs U.S. Average

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: Wyoming vs U.S.

Commute Mode

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

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.9%
12% above US avg
Establishments (County)148
County GDP$340M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare5
Retail10
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,780
37% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.0 min
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

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 Value Sources

Ownership Split

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

Owner-Occupied72.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,780
37% above US avg
Effective Rate4.52%
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

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.3%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death9,474/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access46.9%
Healthcare Facilities5

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

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 Average49.6°F
8% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall30.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation703 ft (214 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density1,802/sq mi
Coordinates41.0638°N, 89.7729°W
County FIPS17175
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 20.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.8%
D 26.3%

Winner: Republican by 45.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.6%
39% below US avg
High School+89.6%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,802/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants5
Retail Stores10

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.0 min
Work from Home3.1%

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