El Rancho, Wyoming Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, El Rancho, Wyoming had a total population of 47, the 174th largest community in Wyoming. The poverty rate is 21.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
El Rancho Quick Facts
How El Rancho 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 | 24 | 47 | +95.8% |
How El Rancho 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+)
El Rancho 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 |
| Chugwater | 228 | $68,475 | 8.3% | $295,000 |
| 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 |
Cities Similar to El Rancho
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyattville | 47 | $43,333 | N/A | 29.8% | 0.0% |
| Arrowhead Springs | 43 | N/A | $430,600 | 53.5% | 0.0% |
| Lance Creek | 39 | N/A | $229,400 | 10.3% | 82.0% |
| Cora | 58 | N/A | N/A | 50.0% | 0.0% |
| Whiting | 58 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 53.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 47, El Rancho'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
El Rancho is a small community located in Wyoming, within Platte County. The total population is 47. It ranks as the 174th most populous out of 192 Census-designated places in Wyoming.
Age Demographics
The median age in El Rancho is 34.4 years. This is 12% lower than the state median of 39.1 years. 21.3% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 21.3%. This is 102% 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 El Rancho, 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
Every resident counted in El Rancho was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. 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 El Rancho, 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 El Rancho, Wyoming?
El Rancho, Wyoming has a population of 47 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in El Rancho, WY?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for El Rancho — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in El Rancho, WY?
The poverty rate in El Rancho is 21.3%. This means approximately 10 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of El Rancho, Wyoming?
El Rancho's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in El Rancho, WY?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for El Rancho — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is El Rancho, Wyoming?
0.0% of adults (25+) in El Rancho hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.