Smoot, Wyoming Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Smoot, Wyoming had a total population of 723, the 71st largest community in Wyoming. The poverty rate is 21.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 6.6% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 11.1% is notably above the national average.
Smoot Quick Facts
How Smoot 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 | 745 | 723 | -3.0% |
How Smoot 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+)
Smoot 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 |
| Diamondville | 665 | $65,962 | 7.8% | $144,600 |
| Bedford | 482 | $129,792 | 0.0% | N/A |
| Turnerville | 463 | $158,478 | 0.0% | $737,800 |
| Osmond | 390 | $130,792 | 4.6% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Smoot
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thayne | 732 | $78,194 | $395,000 | 31.6% | 6.3% |
| Teton Village | 739 | N/A | $2,000,000+ | 69.3% | 1.4% |
| Powder Horn | 702 | $110,096 | $949,800 | 42.5% | 3.1% |
| Guernsey | 754 | $50,114 | $224,300 | 13.5% | 10.1% |
| Cowley | 755 | $79,732 | $232,300 | 28.7% | 6.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 723, Smoot'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
Smoot is a small community located in Wyoming, within Lincoln County. The total population is 723. It ranks as the 71st most populous out of 192 Census-designated places in Wyoming.
Age Demographics
The median age in Smoot is 30.1 years. This is 23% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 21.4%. This is 104% 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 11.1%. This is 198% higher than the state rate of 3.7%. 70.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% lower than the state average of 71.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Smoot has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.6%) is well below the state average of 10.7%.
Education
6.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 79% 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 Smoot, 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 Smoot, Wyoming?
Smoot, Wyoming has a population of 723 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Smoot, WY?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Smoot — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Smoot, WY?
The poverty rate in Smoot is 21.4%. This means approximately 155 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Smoot, Wyoming?
Smoot's population is 92.7% White, 0.0% Black, 2.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Smoot, WY?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Smoot — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Smoot, Wyoming?
6.6% of adults (25+) in Smoot hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.