Wyoming, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Wyoming is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 3,111. Residents earn $76,286 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
3,111 Population 2,176/sq mi density
$76,286 Median Income $46,158 per capita
$152,800 Home Value $229,837 Zillow
$915 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
459 Violent Crime/100K 3,412 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$76,286 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$152,800 home value, $915/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
459 violent crimes/100K (21% above avg)
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,286
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $152,800
46% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 459/100K
21% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.6%
26% higher than US avg
Median Rent $915
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.1%
91% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,111
Median Age43.9 yrs
Density2,176/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A+
Median Income$76,286
Per Capita$46,158
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty1.1%
County GDP$20,580M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$152,800
Rent$915
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$229,837

Crime

F
Violent459/100K
Property3,412/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault459/100K
Burglary262/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Elevation571 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.6%
High School+93.7%
School Score5.91

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute18 min
Libraries16

Is Wyoming a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wyoming receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. 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 $76,286, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wyoming is $152,800, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $915 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 459 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,412 per 100,000, 74% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Wyoming experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches, including 45.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Wyoming has a population of 3,111 with a density of 2,176 people per square mile. The median age is 43.9 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%).

Population

3,111
Total Population
2,176
People / sq mi
43.9yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Wyoming vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wyoming vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wyoming is $76,286, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Wyoming vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,286
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,158
Avg Weekly Wage$1,075
IRS Avg AGI$63,726

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.1%
91% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,474
County GDP$20,580M

Business (County)

Restaurants769
Healthcare993
Retail1,145
Manufacturing299

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,079
74% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.5 min
Work from Home14.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Wyoming is $152,800, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $915 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $229,837.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$152,800
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$229,837
Median List Price$199,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$199,500
$/Sq Ft$129
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio96.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$915
21% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$863
1 Bedroom$1,028
2 Bedrooms$1,252
3 Bedrooms$1,631
4 Bedrooms$1,766

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,079
74% above US avg
Effective Rate3.98%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Premature Death10,192/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access88.9%
Healthcare Facilities993
Wyoming has a violent crime rate of 459 per 100,000 residents, 21% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,412 per 100,000 (74% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent459.3/100K
21% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault459.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,412.1/100K
74% above US avg
Burglary262.5/100K
Theft3,116.8/100K
Vehicle Theft32.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Wyoming has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.7 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall45.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.6%
Unhealthy Days0

Geography

Elevation571 ft (174 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density2,176/sq mi
Coordinates41.3057°N, 75.8429°W
County FIPS42079
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 42.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 40%

Winner: Republican by 19.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.6%
26% above US avg
High School+93.7%
School Test Score5.91
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,176/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities993
Restaurants769
Retail Stores1,145

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.5 min
Work from Home14.6%

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