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Powell, Wyoming Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Powell, Wyoming had a total population of 6,503, the 14th largest city in Wyoming, with a median household income of $63,523, which is 17% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.8%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Powell Quick Facts

Population 6,503
Median Household Income $63,523
Median Home Value $289,400
Poverty Rate 12.8%
Unemployment Rate 3.7%
Median Age 32.5 years
Homeownership Rate 69.6%
Affordability Ratio 4.6x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 35.6%
High School Graduation Rate 93.4%
Diversity Index 33/100
Population 6,503 14th of 192
Median Income $63,523 below average
Poverty Rate 12.8% 3% higher than national
Median Home Value $289,400 above average

How Powell Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population6,4666,503+0.6%
Median household income$65,077$63,523-2.4%
Median home value$265,400$289,400+9.0%

How Powell Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 16.8%
$25K-$50K 22.6%
$50K-$100K 38.7%
$100K+ 21.8%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
5.6%
$10K-$15K
3.8%
$15K-$20K
4.8%
$20K-$25K
2.6%
$25K-$30K
6.3%
$30K-$35K
3.5%
$35K-$40K
3.2%
$40K-$45K
6.1%
$45K-$50K
3.5%
$50K-$60K
7.8%
$60K-$75K
13.6%
$75K-$100K
17.3%
$100K-$125K
9.4%
$125K-$150K
2.9%
$150K-$200K
2.9%
$200K+
6.7%

Employment

3.7% Unemployment Rate State: 3.7%|National: 5.2%
58.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 69.6%
Renter 30.4%
Affordability Index Moderate
4.6x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $764/mo 14.4% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

33out of 100
Low Diversity

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

State average: 32 | National average: 61

Education

Powell Rankings in Wyoming

#14 Population of 192
#93 Median Income of 141
#47 Education of 192
#50 Home Value of 134

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Other Cities in Park County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Cody 10,276 $72,570 9.5% $378,500
Meeteetse 612 $36,250 4.6% $153,900
Frannie 209 N/A 37.3% $119,200
Ralston 107 $36,285 23.4% N/A
Mammoth 62 N/A 25.8% N/A
Garland 59 N/A 0.0% N/A

Cities Similar to Powell

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Douglas6,420$83,147$267,40022.7%15.6%
Torrington6,182$47,902$197,50019.3%18.8%
Lander7,432$74,813$337,10042.3%9.5%
Rawlins8,129$64,773$217,10018.4%15.4%
Worland4,794$63,357$185,30021.7%10.7%

Population Overview

Powell is a small city located in Wyoming, within Park County. The total population is 6,503. It ranks as the 14th most populous out of 192 Census-designated places in Wyoming.

Age Demographics

The median age in Powell is 32.5 years. This is 17% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Powell is $63,523. This is 17% lower than the state median of $76,176. It is also 21% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.8%. This is 22% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The unemployment rate is 3.7%. The median home value is $289,400. Housing costs are 7% lower than the state median of $309,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x. 69.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% lower than the state average of 71.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Powell is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 9.6%. The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 0.8%.

Education

35.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 17% higher 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 93.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Powell, 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 Powell, Wyoming?

Powell, Wyoming has a population of 6,503 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Powell, WY?

The median household income in Powell is $63,523, which is 21% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Powell, WY?

The poverty rate in Powell is 12.8%. This means approximately 742 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Powell, Wyoming?

Powell's population is 81.1% White, 0.3% Black, 9.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.9% Asian.

What is the median home value in Powell, WY?

The median home value in Powell is $289,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x.

How educated is Powell, Wyoming?

35.6% of adults (25+) in Powell hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.