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Wyoming is a small town in New York with a population of 427. Residents earn $73,438 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
427 Population 610/sq mi density
$73,438 Median Income $44,904 per capita
$128,300 Home Value $200,092 Zillow
$733 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$73,438 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$128,300 home value, $733/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,438
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $128,300
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.9%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent $733
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.3%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.8%
13% lower than US avg

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

People

Population427
Median Age41.7 yrs
Density610/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$73,438
Per Capita$44,904
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty10.8%
County GDP$2,368M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$128,300
Rent$733
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$200,092
Housing Units160
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity34.3%
Uninsured6.1%
Smoking14.4%
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation959 ft (292 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.9%
High School+95.6%
Graduate+8.1%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 26%
Commute30 min
Broadband93.5%
Libraries9

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 affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. 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 $73,438, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wyoming is $128,300, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $733 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Wyoming experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Wyoming has a population of 427 with a density of 610 people per square mile. The median age is 41.7 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.8%).

Population

427
Total Population
610
People / sq mi
41.7yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Wyoming vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Wyoming vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wyoming is $73,438, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.8% 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$73,438
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,904
Avg Weekly Wage$1,217
IRS Avg AGI$64,617

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.8%
13% below US avg
Establishments (County)930
County GDP$2,368M

Business (County)

Restaurants74
Healthcare59
Retail123
Manufacturing52

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,781
94% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.7 min
Drive Alone79.9%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Wyoming is $128,300, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $733 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $200,092.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$128,300
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$200,092

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$733
37% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$840
1 Bedroom$844
2 Bedrooms$973
3 Bedrooms$1,336
4 Bedrooms$1,603

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.1%
Housing Units160
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,781
94% above US avg
Effective Rate5.29%
In Wyoming, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.1% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 22.5% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.3%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep38.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Uninsured6.1%
29% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.8%
Dental Visits63.6%
Premature Death6,545/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access63.1%
Healthcare Facilities59
Wyoming has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation959 ft (292 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density610/sq mi
Coordinates42.8240°N, 78.0844°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.2-point margin. 93.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.1%
D 25.9%

Winner: Republican by 48.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.9%
32% below US avg
High School+95.6%
Graduate Degree+8.1%
School Test Score5.58
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density610/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.5%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities59
Restaurants74
Retail Stores123

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.7 min
Drive Alone79.9%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home7.8%

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