Living in Wyoming

#38 in population growth

Should you move to Wyoming?

Known as the Cowboy State, Wyoming seamlessly blends Wild West history with untouched natural beauty. From the expansive plains to the Grand Tetons and the first national park in the world, Yellowstone, Wyoming is a stunning spectacle of nature’s grandeur.

Wyoming’s economy thrives on mineral extraction and tourism. The state is a significant producer of coal, natural gas, and crude oil. Meanwhile, its national parks and historic sites, like the Devil’s Tower, draw visitors from around the globe.

Life in Wyoming is all about embracing the great outdoors and the cowboy spirit. Whether it’s fishing in pristine rivers, hiking through magnificent national parks, horseback riding across the plains, or skiing in the Tetons, there’s always an adventure awaiting in Wyoming. And with the smallest population of any state, Wyoming offers peace, tranquility, and a clear view of the stars at night.

Education in Wyoming is personalized due to the state’s small population, with schools often boasting small student-to-teacher ratios. The University of Wyoming offers a wide variety of programs and is recognized for its research contributions.

If you’re drawn to wide-open spaces, outdoor adventures, and a place where nature’s beauty is your neighbor, Wyoming could be your ideal destination. Remember, though, that winters here can be harsh, and services can be far apart, so self-reliance is key.

#50 in population

Population

581,381

National Avg 6,652,315

#2 in population

Population Per Square Mile

6

National Avg 206.5 persons/square mile

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How Does Wyoming Score?

C
Home Affordability
A
Cost of Living
D
Diversity

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Living in Wyoming

Climate

How Does Wyoming Compare?

#20
in Sunny Days
#48
in Annual Rainfall
#44
in Daytime Humidity

Healthcare

#43

How Does Wyoming Compare?

#43
in Healthcare
#23
in Available Beds
#47
in Doctors Per Resident

0

Children's Hospitals

2

VA Medical Centers

13

VA Clinics

Wyoming Marijuana Laws

Cost of Living

#15

How Does Wyoming Compare?

#15
in Cost of Living
#31
in Minimum Hourly Wage
#2
in Living Wage

Wyoming State Taxes

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Education in Wyoming

#8

Wyoming School Districts

8th Grade Proficiency (2022)

Ranked #4 in Mathematics

Basic Proficiency

72%

Proficient or Above

31%

Ranked #15 in Reading

Basic Proficiency

71%

Proficient or Above

30%

Education Attainment

High School Degree
93.7%
Bachelors Degree
28.5%

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Places (Cities & Towns)

Get to Know Wyoming

State Capital

Cheyenne

Area Codes

307

Time Zone

Mountain Time Zone

Number of Counties

23

Land Area (square miles)

97,089

Motto

Equal Rights

State Bird

Western meadowlark

Housing

#26
#26 in home affordability

Median Home Value

$272,700

National $440,300

#11 in rent affordability

Median Rent

$878

National $1,702

Average Homeownership cost

$451

Taxes, Insurance, Utilities, HOA (no mortgage)

Total Households

230,653

Persons Per Household

2.44

Rent vs Own

Own 71.7%
Rent 28.3%

Economy

#20 in household income

Median Household Income

68,002

National $70,784

#15 in labor participation
% in Labor Force
65.1%
Poverty Rate
11.4%

Industries by Revenue

in $1,000s

Health & Social Assistance Revenue

$3,871,871

Accomodations & Food Revenue

$1,945,976

Transportation & Warehousing Revenue

$2,130,700

Per Capita Retail Sales

15,732

Counties

Diversity

#42
White alone
92.3%
Black or African American alone
1.2%
American Indian and Alaska Native alone
2.8%
Asian alone
1.1%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone
0.1%
Two or More Races
2.4%
Hispanic or Latino
10.8%
White alone, not Hispanic or Latino
83.1%

Foreign Born Persons

3.4%

Veterans

43326

Persons Under 5 years
5.4%
Persons Under 18 years
22.4%
Persons 65 years and over
18.6%

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