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Wyoming Demographics & Population 2026

As of 2026, Wyoming has a total population of 579,761, with a median household income of $74,815, which is 5% lower the national average. The poverty rate is 10.7%.

Wyoming Quick Facts

Population 579,761
Median Household Income $74,815
Median Home Value $285,100
Poverty Rate 10.7%
Unemployment Rate 3.7%
Median Age 38.8 years
Homeownership Rate 71.9%
Affordability Ratio 3.8x
Bachelor's Degree+ 29.9%
High School Graduation 94.1%
Counties 23
Cities/Places 193
Population 579,761
Median Income $74,815 5% lower national
Poverty Rate 10.7%
Unemployment 3.7%

Economy & Housing

Employment

3.7% Unemployment Rate State: 3.7% | National: 5.2%
65.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 71.9%
Renter 28.1%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.8x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

31out of 100
Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 31 | National average: 60

Education

Largest Cities in Wyoming

#CityPopulationMedian IncomePoverty
1Cheyenne city64,976$77,1769.3%
2Casper city58,754$69,17111.2%
3Gillette city33,278$90,6999.0%
4Laramie city31,848$52,41422.1%
5Rock Springs city23,229$73,30715.7%
6Sheridan city19,035$61,59811.8%
7Evanston city11,803$76,5696.9%
8Green River city11,679$85,3999.7%
9Riverton city10,803$56,28011.6%
10Jackson town10,746$112,6095.6%

Richest Cities in Wyoming

#CityMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+
1Hoback CDP$156,766$1,287,50049.6%
2Rafter J Ranch CDP$151,429$1,092,80068.4%
3Story CDP$130,227N/A26.4%
4Ranchettes CDP$124,426$560,90046.6%
5Sleepy Hollow CDP$119,451$276,20010.2%
6Jackson town$112,609$1,228,70055.0%
7South Park CDP$111,250$1,660,70073.2%
8Bar Nunn town$110,598$287,80015.9%
9Moose Wilson Road CDP$108,494$1,631,50065.5%
10Wilson CDP$102,055N/A82.7%

Most Affordable Cities in Wyoming

By home-value-to-income ratio (lower = more affordable). Min. population 1,000.

#CityRatioHome ValueIncome
1Ethete CDP1.4x$117,000$83,750
2South Greeley CDP1.5x$77,800$53,625
3Newcastle city2.3x$173,500$77,014
4Sleepy Hollow CDP2.3x$276,200$119,451
5Kemmerer city2.3x$173,100$74,375
6Basin town2.4x$143,900$59,941
7Greybull town2.5x$159,200$62,941
8Wright town2.5x$218,500$86,115
9Bar Nunn town2.6x$287,800$110,598
10Lyman town2.6x$267,500$101,080

All Counties in Wyoming (23)

City ↕Population ↓Median Income ↕Poverty ↕Home Value ↕
Laramie County100,661$77,8849.9%$324,900
Natrona County79,735$71,2479.7%$260,400
Campbell County47,018$95,2539.1%$266,400
Sweetwater County41,786$76,46413.4%$242,900
Fremont County39,472$64,64612.4%$252,700
Albany County37,713$59,88120.9%$322,100
Sheridan County31,585$70,8559.8%$352,200
Park County30,109$70,5338.6%$374,200
Teton County23,358$112,6817.0%$1,371,900
Uinta County20,605$82,6727.6%$255,400
Lincoln County20,158$86,0927.1%$334,500
Carbon County14,549$66,72112.6%$214,500
Converse County13,759$79,16411.3%$269,700
Goshen County12,587$64,88212.3%$234,600
Big Horn County11,737$60,54712.0%$198,200
Sublette County8,806$82,7918.4%$350,100
Platte County8,606$66,29910.2%$248,900
Johnson County8,602$63,90510.6%$296,000
Washakie County7,708$62,6488.6%$188,600
Crook County7,339$71,2096.2%$276,800
Weston County6,835$87,54510.5%$214,000
Hot Springs County4,618$64,37513.7%$214,400
Niobrara County2,415$48,98717.6%$194,200

All Cities & Places in Wyoming (193)

City ↕Population ↓Median Income ↕Poverty ↕Home Value ↕
Cheyenne city64,976$77,1769.3%$311,200
Casper city58,754$69,17111.2%$250,700
Gillette city33,278$90,6999.0%$257,200
Laramie city31,848$52,41422.1%$302,200
Rock Springs city23,229$73,30715.7%$245,600
Sheridan city19,035$61,59811.8%$295,300
Evanston city11,803$76,5696.9%$236,400
Green River city11,679$85,3999.7%$255,600
Riverton city10,803$56,28011.6%$204,900
Jackson town10,746$112,6095.6%$1,228,700
Cody city10,121$68,6768.1%$357,300
Rawlins city8,217$69,91212.6%$205,900
Lander city7,565$71,6019.7%$321,800
Powell city6,466$65,07713.7%$265,400
Douglas city6,400$79,83916.9%$251,500
Ranchettes CDP6,389$124,4264.4%$560,900
Torrington city6,174$53,39317.8%$194,100
Worland city4,788$60,60310.0%$176,300
South Greeley CDP4,596$53,62526.2%$77,800
Buffalo city4,516$61,81311.9%$272,300
Mills town4,315$55,59410.0%$166,800
Fox Farm-College CDP4,224$45,91726.8%N/A
Wheatland town3,570$55,9089.1%$236,400
Newcastle city3,348$77,0149.3%$173,500
Bar Nunn town2,980$110,5981.1%$287,800
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Population Overview

Wyoming has a total population of 579,761, making it a smaller state in the nation. The median age is 38.8 years, about average the national median of 38.7 years.

Age Demographics

The median age in Wyoming is 38.8 years. This is about average than the state median of 38.7 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Wyoming is $74,815. This is 5% lower than the state median of $78,538. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 5% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.7%. This is 14% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.4%. The unemployment rate is 3.7%. This is 28% lower than the state rate of 5.2%. The median home value is $285,100. Housing costs are 6% lower than the state median of $303,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x. 71.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% higher than the state average of 65.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Wyoming is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 10.4%. The Black or African American population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 12.0%. The Asian population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 5.8%.

Education

29.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 15% lower than the state rate of 35.0%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 94.1%.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Wyoming?

Wyoming has a total population of 579,761 according to the U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median income in Wyoming?

The median household income in Wyoming is $74,815, which is 5% lower the national median of $78,538.

How many cities are in Wyoming?

Wyoming has 193 Census-designated places (cities, towns, and CDPs) and 23 counties.

What is the poverty rate in Wyoming?

The poverty rate in Wyoming is 10.7%, compared to the national average of 12.4%.

What is the largest city in Wyoming?

The largest city in Wyoming is Cheyenne city with a population of 64,976.