Nordic, Wyoming Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Nordic, Wyoming had a total population of 238, the 122nd largest community in Wyoming, with a median household income of $69,091, which is 9% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 39.1%.
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 (39.1%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Nordic Quick Facts
How Nordic 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 | 273 | 238 | -12.8% |
| Median household income | $85,855 | $69,091 | -19.5% |
| Median home value | $367,500 | $394,800 | +7.4% |
How Nordic 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 32 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Nordic Rankings in Wyoming
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Other Cities in Lincoln County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kemmerer | 2,972 | $76,626 | 14.3% | $178,900 |
| Afton | 2,908 | $63,586 | 9.9% | $358,000 |
| Star Valley Ranch | 2,007 | $96,071 | 2.0% | $561,700 |
| Alpine | 1,222 | $98,942 | 8.0% | $621,600 |
| Grover | 929 | N/A | 0.0% | $416,700 |
| Thayne | 732 | $78,194 | 6.3% | $395,000 |
| Smoot | 723 | N/A | 21.4% | N/A |
| Diamondville | 665 | $65,962 | 7.8% | $144,600 |
| Bedford | 482 | $129,792 | 0.0% | N/A |
| Turnerville | 463 | $158,478 | 0.0% | $737,800 |
Cities Similar to Nordic
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glendo | 243 | N/A | $317,300 | 10.8% | 16.1% |
| Chugwater | 228 | $68,475 | $295,000 | 13.5% | 8.3% |
| Burlington | 242 | $82,000 | $198,200 | 42.5% | 0.0% |
| Frannie | 209 | N/A | $119,200 | 13.7% | 37.3% |
| Granger | 257 | $78,889 | $100,000 | 12.8% | 5.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 238, Nordic'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
Nordic is a small community located in Wyoming, within Lincoln County. The total population is 238. It ranks as the 122nd most populous out of 192 Census-designated places in Wyoming.
Age Demographics
The median age in Nordic is 31.3 years. This is 20% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Nordic is $69,091. This is 9% lower than the state median of $76,176. It is also 14% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 39.1%. This is 271% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Nordic, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $394,800. Housing costs are 27% higher than the state median of $309,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.7x. 78.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% higher than the state average of 71.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Nordic is White (non-Hispanic), making up 54.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 45.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (45.8% vs 10.7%).
Education
18.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 38% 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 Nordic, 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 Nordic, Wyoming?
Nordic, Wyoming has a population of 238 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Nordic, WY?
The median household income in Nordic is $69,091, which is 14% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Nordic, WY?
The poverty rate in Nordic is 39.1%. This means approximately 93 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Nordic, Wyoming?
Nordic's population is 54.2% White, 0.0% Black, 45.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Nordic, WY?
The median home value in Nordic is $394,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.7x.
How educated is Nordic, Wyoming?
18.9% of adults (25+) in Nordic hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.