Lance Creek, Wyoming Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lance Creek, Wyoming had a total population of 39, the 177th largest community in Wyoming. The poverty rate is 82.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (82.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Unemployment rate of 14.3% is notably above the national average.
Lance Creek Quick Facts
How Lance Creek 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 | 47 | 39 | -17.0% |
| Median home value | $222,900 | $229,400 | +2.9% |
How Lance Creek 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+)
Lance Creek Rankings in Wyoming
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Other Cities in Niobrara County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lusk | 1,311 | $68,507 | 10.3% | $213,000 |
| Manville | 215 | $57,250 | 7.0% | $105,000 |
| Van Tassell | 28 | $215,833 | 10.7% | $110,000 |
Cities Similar to Lance Creek
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shell | 36 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Arrowhead Springs | 43 | N/A | $430,600 | 53.5% | 0.0% |
| Lonetree | 34 | N/A | N/A | 76.5% | 0.0% |
| El Rancho | 47 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 21.3% |
| Hyattville | 47 | $43,333 | N/A | 29.8% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 39, Lance Creek'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
Lance Creek is a small community located in Wyoming, within Niobrara County. The total population is 39. It ranks as the 177th most populous out of 192 Census-designated places in Wyoming.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lance Creek is 79.8 years. This is 104% higher than the state median of 39.1 years. 82.0% 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 82.0%. This is 679% 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 unemployment rate is 14.3%. This is 285% higher than the state rate of 3.7%. The median home value is $229,400. Housing costs are 26% lower than the state median of $309,700. 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 Lance Creek 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
10.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 66% lower than the state rate of 30.6%. 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 Lance Creek, 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 Lance Creek, Wyoming?
Lance Creek, Wyoming has a population of 39 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lance Creek, WY?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Lance Creek — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lance Creek, WY?
The poverty rate in Lance Creek is 82.0%. This means approximately 32 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lance Creek, Wyoming?
Lance Creek's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lance Creek, WY?
The median home value in Lance Creek is $229,400.
How educated is Lance Creek, Wyoming?
10.3% of adults (25+) in Lance Creek hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.