Midwest, Wyoming Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Midwest, Wyoming had a total population of 267, the 112th largest town in Wyoming, with a median household income of $77,800, which is 2% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.8x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.4%.
Midwest Quick Facts
How Midwest 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 | 218 | 267 | +22.5% |
| Median household income | $75,707 | $77,800 | +2.8% |
| Median home value | $70,300 | $63,900 | -9.1% |
How Midwest 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+)
Midwest Rankings in Wyoming
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Other Cities in Natrona County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casper | 58,839 | $70,218 | 10.8% | $260,400 |
| Mills | 4,390 | $50,656 | 15.0% | $174,400 |
| Bar Nunn | 3,008 | $98,804 | 2.2% | $297,300 |
| Evansville | 2,779 | $76,893 | 3.9% | $240,700 |
| Hartrandt | 975 | $67,835 | 17.2% | N/A |
| Vista West | 953 | $91,850 | 0.0% | $468,300 |
| Red Butte | 580 | $190,444 | 0.0% | $374,800 |
| Casper Mountain | 435 | $107,895 | 0.0% | $537,300 |
| Homa Hills | 235 | $94,313 | 0.0% | $218,400 |
| Bessemer Bend | 143 | $165,929 | 0.0% | $393,000 |
Cities Similar to Midwest
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dixon | 267 | $73,594 | $119,400 | 23.9% | 50.6% |
| Granger | 257 | $78,889 | $100,000 | 12.8% | 5.1% |
| Bondurant | 289 | N/A | N/A | 5.1% | 0.0% |
| Glendo | 243 | N/A | $317,300 | 10.8% | 16.1% |
| Burlington | 242 | $82,000 | $198,200 | 42.5% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 267, Midwest'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
Midwest is a small community located in Wyoming, within Natrona County. The total population is 267. It ranks as the 112th most populous out of 192 Census-designated places in Wyoming.
Age Demographics
The median age in Midwest is 52.0 years. This is 33% higher than the state median of 39.1 years. Only 10.9% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Midwest is $77,800. This is 2% higher than the state median of $76,176. It is also 4% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.2%. This is 22% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The unemployment rate is 1.4%. This is 62% lower than the state rate of 3.7%. The median home value is $63,900. Housing costs are 79% lower than the state median of $309,700. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.8x, Midwest is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 90.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 26% higher than the state average of 71.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Midwest has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 10.7%.
Education
10.4% 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. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Midwest, 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 Midwest, Wyoming?
Midwest, Wyoming has a population of 267 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Midwest, WY?
The median household income in Midwest is $77,800, which is 4% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Midwest, WY?
The poverty rate in Midwest is 8.2%. This means approximately 22 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Midwest, Wyoming?
Midwest's population is 94.8% White, 0.0% Black, 1.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Midwest, WY?
The median home value in Midwest is $63,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 0.8x.
How educated is Midwest, Wyoming?
10.4% of adults (25+) in Midwest hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.