Slater, WY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 10/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Commuter’s Dream. The area offers extremely short and efficient commutes, with minimal travel times and excellent accessibility.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
65 332.4M (US)
Median Age
83.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
0.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,005 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
26.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
0 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$232,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$645 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$704 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
100.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Platte County
2
Wyoming
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Platte County
2
Wyoming
4
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 25% of residents leaning left and 70% leaning right.

Liberal (25%) (71%) Conservative

Climate

Cold semi-arid climate. Dry grassland climate with cold winters and moderate seasonal temperature swings. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 6 27
Feb 1 8 29
Mar 1 10 36
Apr 2 8 44
May 3 2 54
Jun 2 0 63
Jul 2 0 70
Aug 2 0 68
Sep 1 1 58
Oct 1 4 47
Nov 1 8 35
Dec 1 9 26

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Chugwater Elementary
8 miles, SW · 3.2star
Chugwater High School
8 miles, SW · 3.2star
West Elementary
15 miles, N · 4.1star
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Colleges

Eastern Wyoming College
34 miles, E · 1.4star
Cheeks Beauty Academy
51 miles, SW · 1star
Laramie County Community College
53 miles, S · 1.9star
University of Wyoming
56 miles, W · 2.8star
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Hospitals

Platte County Memorial Hospital
15 miles, N · 3.2star
Community Hospital
34 miles, E · 3.2star
Ivinson Memorial Hospital
56 miles, W · 3.2star
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Airports

Laramie Regional Airport
60 miles, W · 1star
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