Thayne, Wyoming Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Thayne, Wyoming had a total population of 732, the 70th largest town in Wyoming, with a median household income of $78,194, which is 3% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Thayne Quick Facts
How Thayne 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 | 628 | 732 | +16.6% |
| Median household income | $86,458 | $78,194 | -9.6% |
| Median home value | $355,600 | $395,000 | +11.1% |
How Thayne 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+)
Thayne 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 |
| 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 |
| Osmond | 390 | $130,792 | 4.6% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Thayne
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teton Village | 739 | N/A | $2,000,000+ | 69.3% | 1.4% |
| Smoot | 723 | N/A | N/A | 6.6% | 21.4% |
| Cowley | 755 | $79,732 | $232,300 | 28.7% | 6.3% |
| Hanna | 789 | $75,540 | $123,000 | 15.8% | 6.1% |
| Diamondville | 665 | $65,962 | $144,600 | 9.8% | 7.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 732, Thayne'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
Thayne is a small community located in Wyoming, within Lincoln County. The total population is 732. It ranks as the 70th most populous out of 192 Census-designated places in Wyoming.
Age Demographics
The median age in Thayne is 40.6 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 39.1 years. With 33.3% of the population under 18, Thayne has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Thayne is $78,194. This is 3% higher than the state median of $76,176. It is also 3% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.3%. This is 40% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Thayne, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $395,000. Housing costs are 28% higher than the state median of $309,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x. 65.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% lower than the state average of 71.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Thayne has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.6%.
Education
31.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 4% higher 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 Thayne, 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 Thayne, Wyoming?
Thayne, Wyoming has a population of 732 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Thayne, WY?
The median household income in Thayne is $78,194, which is 3% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Thayne, WY?
The poverty rate in Thayne is 6.3%. This means approximately 46 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Thayne, Wyoming?
Thayne's population is 90.3% White, 0.0% Black, 7.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Thayne, WY?
The median home value in Thayne is $395,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x.
How educated is Thayne, Wyoming?
31.6% of adults (25+) in Thayne hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.