Y-O Ranch, WY

Wyoming

Y-O Ranch is a small town in Wyoming with a population of 334. Residents earn $69,042 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
334 Population 139/sq mi density
$69,042 Median Income $21,246 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$69,042 median income, 29.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,042
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.5%
90% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 29.0%
706% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Y-O Ranch Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population334
Median Age31.5 yrs
Density139/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$69,042
Per Capita$21,246
Unemployment29.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$663M
Commute11 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain14.1 in/yr
Elevation4,798 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.5%
High School+97.7%
School Score6.13

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute11 min
Broadband81.0%
Libraries4

Is Y-O Ranch a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Y-O Ranch receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Y-O Ranch offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Y-O Ranch is $69,042, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 29.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Y-O Ranch is $200,000, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Y-O Ranch experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.1 inches, including 39.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Y-O Ranch has a population of 334 with a density of 139 people per square mile. The median age is 31.5 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

334
Total Population
139
People / sq mi
31.5yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44%
Female 56%

Race & Ethnicity

Y-O Ranch vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Y-O Ranch vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Y-O Ranch is $69,042, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 29.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: Y-O Ranch vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,042
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,246
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$71,204

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment29.0%
706% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)429
County GDP$663M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare19
Retail45
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,382
3% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Y-O Ranch is $200,000, 29% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$785
1 Bedroom$824
2 Bedrooms$1,044
3 Bedrooms$1,399
4 Bedrooms$1,719

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied37.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,382
3% below US avg
Effective Rate1.69%
In Y-O Ranch, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Y-O Ranch vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.0%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate64.9%
Premature Death10,706/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access77.8%
Healthcare Facilities19

Crime Rates: Y-O Ranch vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Y-O Ranch has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.1 inches
63% below US avg
Snowfall39.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,798 ft (1,462 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²)
Population Density139/sq mi
Coordinates42.0352°N, 104.9230°W
County FIPS56031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 3.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.5-point margin. 81.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82%
D 16.5%

Winner: Republican by 65.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.5%
90% below US avg
High School+97.7%
School Test Score6.13
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density139/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants34
Retail Stores45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

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