Atlantic City, Wyoming Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Atlantic City, Wyoming had a total population of 27, the 183rd largest community in Wyoming. The poverty rate is 33.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (33.3%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Atlantic City Quick Facts
How Atlantic City Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 27 | 27 | +0.0% |
How Atlantic City Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 32 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Atlantic City Rankings in Wyoming
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Other Cities in Fremont County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverton | 10,856 | $55,208 | 11.9% | $219,400 |
| Lander | 7,432 | $74,813 | 9.5% | $337,100 |
| Ethete | 1,326 | $80,833 | 15.5% | $118,800 |
| Arapahoe | 1,240 | $70,000 | 18.1% | $183,900 |
| Fort Washakie | 1,219 | $36,875 | 32.3% | $92,800 |
| Dubois | 801 | $59,571 | 10.6% | $303,600 |
| Shoshoni | 677 | $57,096 | 17.3% | $112,500 |
| Boulder Flats | 564 | $83,929 | 20.9% | $258,300 |
| Hudson | 401 | $50,000 | 12.5% | $189,400 |
| Pavillion | 318 | $51,563 | 20.4% | $125,000 |
Cities Similar to Atlantic City
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Van Tassell | 28 | $215,833 | $110,000 | 39.3% | 10.7% |
| Arlington | 29 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Hillsdale | 25 | N/A | N/A | 48.0% | 0.0% |
| Esterbrook | 31 | N/A | N/A | 61.3% | 0.0% |
| Lonetree | 34 | N/A | N/A | 76.5% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 27, Atlantic City's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Atlantic City is a small community located in Wyoming, within Fremont County. The total population is 27. It ranks as the 183rd most populous out of 192 Census-designated places in Wyoming.
Age Demographics
The median age in Atlantic City is 64.6 years. This is 65% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 33.3%. This is 217% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Atlantic City, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 39% higher than the state average of 71.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Atlantic City is White (non-Hispanic), making up 66.7% of the population.
Education
44.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 45% higher than the state rate of 30.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Atlantic City, Wyoming is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Wyoming state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 192 Census-designated places in Wyoming. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Atlantic City, Wyoming?
Atlantic City, Wyoming has a population of 27 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Atlantic City, WY?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Atlantic City — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Atlantic City, WY?
The poverty rate in Atlantic City is 33.3%. This means approximately 9 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Atlantic City, Wyoming?
Atlantic City's population is 66.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Atlantic City, WY?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Atlantic City — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Atlantic City, Wyoming?
44.4% of adults (25+) in Atlantic City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.