Chugwater, Wyoming Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Chugwater, Wyoming had a total population of 228, the 126th largest town in Wyoming, with a median household income of $68,475, which is 10% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.4%.
Chugwater Quick Facts
How Chugwater 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 | 200 | 228 | +14.0% |
| Median household income | $66,016 | $68,475 | +3.7% |
| Median home value | $254,400 | $295,000 | +16.0% |
How Chugwater 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+)
Chugwater Rankings in Wyoming
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Other Cities in Platte County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheatland | 3,550 | $58,750 | 9.2% | $259,200 |
| Guernsey | 754 | $50,114 | 10.1% | $224,300 |
| Glendo | 243 | N/A | 16.1% | $317,300 |
| Chugcreek | 160 | $175,357 | 13.1% | $297,400 |
| Y-O Ranch | 120 | $109,773 | 0.0% | N/A |
| Westview Circle | 117 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Lakeview North | 100 | $235,417 | 0.0% | N/A |
| Slater | 99 | N/A | 70.7% | N/A |
| Hartville | 88 | $62,679 | 0.0% | $245,000 |
| Whiting | 58 | N/A | 53.4% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Chugwater
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nordic | 238 | $69,091 | $394,800 | 18.9% | 39.1% |
| Glendo | 243 | N/A | $317,300 | 10.8% | 16.1% |
| Frannie | 209 | N/A | $119,200 | 13.7% | 37.3% |
| Manville | 215 | $57,250 | $105,000 | 8.3% | 7.0% |
| Burlington | 242 | $82,000 | $198,200 | 42.5% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 228, Chugwater'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
Chugwater is a small community located in Wyoming, within Platte County. The total population is 228. It ranks as the 126th most populous out of 192 Census-designated places in Wyoming.
Age Demographics
The median age in Chugwater is 69.0 years. This is 76% higher than the state median of 39.1 years. Only 14.0% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Chugwater is $68,475. This is 10% lower than the state median of $76,176. It is also 15% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.3%. This is 21% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The unemployment rate is 2.4%. This is 36% lower than the state rate of 3.7%. The median home value is $295,000. Housing costs are 5% lower than the state median of $309,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x. 90.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 26% higher than the state average of 71.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Chugwater has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.5% of all residents.
Education
13.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 56% 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 96.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Chugwater, 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 Chugwater, Wyoming?
Chugwater, Wyoming has a population of 228 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Chugwater, WY?
The median household income in Chugwater is $68,475, which is 15% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Chugwater, WY?
The poverty rate in Chugwater is 8.3%. This means approximately 19 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Chugwater, Wyoming?
Chugwater's population is 92.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Chugwater, WY?
The median home value in Chugwater is $295,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x.
How educated is Chugwater, Wyoming?
13.5% of adults (25+) in Chugwater hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.