Hot Springs County, Wyoming Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Hot Springs County is located in Wyoming with a total population of 4,618. It is the 22nd most populous county out of 23 in Wyoming.

Age Demographics

The median age in Hot Springs County is 45.4 years. This is 17% higher than the state median of 38.8 years. 11.6% 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 Hot Springs County is $64,375. This is 14% lower than the state median of $74,815. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 18% lower. The poverty rate stands at 13.7%. This is 28% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.7%. The unemployment rate is 1.7%. This is 55% lower than the state rate of 3.7%. The median home value is $214,400. Housing costs are 25% lower than the state median of $285,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 72.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.

Race & Ethnicity

Hot Springs County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.9%) is well below the state average of 10.4%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 0.8%.

Education

26.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 12% lower than the state rate of 29.9%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 94.4%.