Encampment, Wyoming Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Encampment, Wyoming had a total population of 466, the 89th largest town in Wyoming, with a median household income of $54,668, which is 28% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Encampment Quick Facts
How Encampment 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 | 491 | 466 | -5.1% |
| Median household income | $53,125 | $54,668 | +2.9% |
| Median home value | $206,000 | $231,900 | +12.6% |
How Encampment 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+)
Encampment Rankings in Wyoming
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Other Cities in Carbon County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rawlins | 8,129 | $64,773 | 15.4% | $217,100 |
| Saratoga | 1,740 | $85,234 | 2.9% | $296,400 |
| Hanna | 789 | $75,540 | 6.1% | $123,000 |
| Baggs | 443 | $56,917 | 6.3% | $172,200 |
| Medicine Bow | 442 | $72,500 | 13.4% | $74,600 |
| Sinclair | 362 | $91,250 | 1.1% | $209,700 |
| Dixon | 267 | $73,594 | 50.6% | $119,400 |
| Elk Mountain | 99 | $66,250 | 0.0% | $228,000 |
| Riverside | 59 | N/A | 11.9% | N/A |
| Arlington | 29 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Encampment
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alta | 469 | N/A | $1,312,500 | 64.3% | 5.3% |
| Purple Sage | 489 | $55,432 | N/A | 0.0% | 20.3% |
| Baggs | 443 | $56,917 | $172,200 | 2.8% | 6.3% |
| Pine Haven | 516 | $62,750 | $315,700 | 31.6% | 4.3% |
| Medicine Bow | 442 | $72,500 | $74,600 | 9.1% | 13.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 466, Encampment'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
Encampment is a small community located in Wyoming, within Carbon County. The total population is 466. It ranks as the 89th most populous out of 192 Census-designated places in Wyoming.
Age Demographics
The median age in Encampment is 61.5 years. This is 57% higher than the state median of 39.1 years. Only 9.0% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 19.3% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Encampment is $54,668. This is 28% lower than the state median of $76,176. It is also 32% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.3%. This is 2% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Encampment, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $231,900. Housing costs are 25% lower than the state median of $309,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.2x. 89.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% higher than the state average of 71.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Encampment has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.1% of all residents.
Education
25.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 15% 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 96.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Encampment, 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 Encampment, Wyoming?
Encampment, Wyoming has a population of 466 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Encampment, WY?
The median household income in Encampment is $54,668, which is 32% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Encampment, WY?
The poverty rate in Encampment is 10.3%. This means approximately 48 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Encampment, Wyoming?
Encampment's population is 95.1% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Encampment, WY?
The median home value in Encampment is $231,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.2x.
How educated is Encampment, Wyoming?
25.9% of adults (25+) in Encampment hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.