Burns, Wyoming Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Burns, Wyoming had a total population of 397, the 99th largest town in Wyoming, with a median household income of $61,071, which is 20% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 9.8% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.2%.
Burns Quick Facts
How Burns 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 | 365 | 397 | +8.8% |
| Median household income | $49,851 | $61,071 | +22.5% |
| Median home value | $198,500 | $207,500 | +4.5% |
How Burns 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
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 32 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Burns Rankings in Wyoming
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Other Cities in Laramie County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheyenne | 65,239 | $78,839 | 8.7% | $333,700 |
| Ranchettes | 5,949 | $121,445 | 2.9% | $617,500 |
| South Greeley | 4,631 | $56,844 | 24.9% | $70,100 |
| Fox Farm-College | 4,019 | $48,516 | 15.6% | N/A |
| Warren AFB | 2,936 | $69,432 | 5.9% | N/A |
| Pine Bluffs | 1,370 | $67,905 | 10.6% | $338,000 |
| Albin | 230 | $170,154 | 9.6% | $163,300 |
| Hillsdale | 25 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Burns
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkman | 389 | $65,674 | $630,400 | 45.5% | 6.2% |
| Hudson | 401 | $50,000 | $189,400 | 16.7% | 12.5% |
| LaGrange | 398 | $48,110 | $105,400 | 25.6% | 5.6% |
| Cokeville | 370 | $69,375 | $244,800 | 31.3% | 5.9% |
| Baggs | 443 | $56,917 | $172,200 | 2.8% | 6.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 397, Burns'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
Burns is a small community located in Wyoming, within Laramie County. The total population is 397. It ranks as the 99th most populous out of 192 Census-designated places in Wyoming.
Age Demographics
The median age in Burns is 57.1 years. This is 46% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Burns is $61,071. This is 20% lower than the state median of $76,176. It is also 24% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.6%. This is 9% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The unemployment rate is 2.2%. This is 42% lower than the state rate of 3.7%. The median home value is $207,500. Housing costs are 33% lower than the state median of $309,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x. 88.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 23% higher than the state average of 71.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Burns is White (non-Hispanic), making up 77.3% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.8%.
Education
9.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 68% lower than the state rate of 30.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Burns, 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 Burns, Wyoming?
Burns, Wyoming has a population of 397 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Burns, WY?
The median household income in Burns is $61,071, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Burns, WY?
The poverty rate in Burns is 9.6%. This means approximately 38 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Burns, Wyoming?
Burns's population is 77.3% White, 0.5% Black, 5.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Burns, WY?
The median home value in Burns is $207,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x.
How educated is Burns, Wyoming?
9.8% of adults (25+) in Burns hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.