Hot Springs County, Wyoming Demographics 2026
Hot Springs County, Wyoming has a population of 4,620, the 22nd most populous county in Wyoming. The median household income is $61,250 and the median home value is $227,500. The poverty rate is 14.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Hot Springs County Quick Facts
How Hot Springs County 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 | 4,618 | 4,620 | +0.0% |
| Median household income | $64,375 | $61,250 | -4.9% |
| Median home value | $214,400 | $227,500 | +6.1% |
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+)
Cities & Places in Hot Springs County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thermopolis | 2,709 | $65,208 | 18.6% | $211,400 |
| Lucerne | 567 | $61,806 | 1.2% | $351,900 |
| East Thermopolis | 192 | $22,411 | 17.7% | $127,800 |
| Kirby | 60 | $33,750 | 18.3% | $95,000 |
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Population Overview
Hot Springs County is located in Wyoming with a total population of 4,620. It is the 22nd most populous county out of 23 in Wyoming. The county encompasses 4 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hot Springs County is 43.3 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 39.1 years. 10.9% 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 $61,250. 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 14.7%. This is 40% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The unemployment rate is 2.9%. This is 20% lower than the state rate of 3.7%. The median home value is $227,500. Housing costs are 27% lower than the state median of $309,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x. 72.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 1% higher than the state average of 71.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Hot Springs County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.0%) is well below the state average of 10.7%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 0.8%.
Education
26.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 13% 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 95.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Hot Springs County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Wyoming and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Hot Springs County, Wyoming?
Hot Springs County has a population of 4,620, making it the 22nd most populous county in Wyoming.
What is the median income in Hot Springs County?
The median household income in Hot Springs County is $61,250 with a poverty rate of 14.7%.
How many cities are in Hot Springs County, Wyoming?
Hot Springs County contains 4 Census-designated places.