Meeteetse town, Wyoming Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Meeteetse town, Wyoming Demographics
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As of 2026, Meeteetse town, Wyoming has a total population of 661, the 76th largest city in Wyoming, with a median household income of $40,294, which is 46% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.3%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 46% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.6%.

Meeteetse town Quick Facts

Population 661

Median Household Income $40,294

Median Home Value $184,700

Poverty Rate 8.3%

Unemployment Rate 1.6%

Median Age 61.8 years

Homeownership Rate 54.6%

Affordability Ratio 4.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 30.1%

High School Graduation Rate 75.3%

Diversity Index 39/100

Population 661 76th of 193

Median Income $40,294 bottom 10%

Poverty Rate 8.3% 33% lower national

Median Home Value $184,700 below average

How Meeteetse town Compares

Median Household Income

Meeteetse town

$40,294

$74,815

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Meeteetse town

$184,700

$285,100

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 42.7%

$25K-$50K 19.5%

$50K-$100K 23.8%

$100K+ 14.0%

Employment

1.6% Unemployment Rate State: 3.7% | National: 5.2%

33.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 54.6%

Renter 45.4%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.6x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

15.7%

18-34

9.5%

35-54

16.9%

55-74

32.5%

75+

25.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 31 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Meeteetse town Rankings in Wyoming

#76 Population of 193

#135 Median Income of 193

#55 Education of 193

#96 Home Value of 193

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Cities Similar to Meeteetse town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Smoot CDP	745	N/A	$442,400	0.0%	16.0%
Purple Sage CDP	676	$54,527	$9,999	0.0%	15.4%
Red Butte CDP	799	N/A	$374,300	25.2%	0.0%
Shoshoni town	629	$54,226	$83,800	6.5%	21.9%
Dubois town	818	$39,960	$243,500	23.6%	9.0%

Population Overview

Meeteetse town is a small community located in Wyoming. The total population is 661. It ranks as the 76th most populous out of 193 cities and towns in Wyoming.

Age Demographics

The median age in Meeteetse town is 61.8 years. This is 59% higher than the state median of 38.8 years. 25.3% 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 Meeteetse town is $40,294. This is 46% lower than the state median of $74,815. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 49% lower. The poverty rate stands at 8.3%. This is 22% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.7%. The unemployment rate is 1.6%. This is 57% lower than the state rate of 3.7%. The median home value is $184,700. Housing costs are 35% lower than the state median of $285,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x. 54.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% lower than the state average of 71.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Meeteetse town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 75.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 18.3%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (5.0% vs 0.8%). The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (18.3% vs 10.4%).

Education

30.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is about average 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 75.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Meeteetse town, Wyoming is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Wyoming state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 193 Census-designated places in Wyoming. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Meeteetse town, Wyoming?

Meeteetse town, Wyoming has a population of 661 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Meeteetse town, WY?

The median household income in Meeteetse town is $40,294, which is 49% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Meeteetse town, WY?

The poverty rate in Meeteetse town is 8.3%. This means approximately 55 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Meeteetse town, Wyoming?

Meeteetse town's population is 75.5% White, 5.0% Black, 18.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Meeteetse town, WY?

The median home value in Meeteetse town is $184,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x.

How educated is Meeteetse town, Wyoming?

30.1% of adults (25+) in Meeteetse town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.