ZIP Code 82051, WY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 2/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
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
59 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
53.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,667 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$510,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$450 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,402 $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

Albany County
2
Laramie Urban Area
2
Wyoming
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Albany County
3
Laramie Urban Area
3
Wyoming
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right.

Liberal (46%) (45%) Conservative

Climate

Warm-summer continental climate. Warm summers and cold winters with substantial seasonal variation. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 7 25
Feb 1 8 27
Mar 1 12 34
Apr 2 10 41
May 2 3 50
Jun 2 0 59
Jul 2 0 66
Aug 1 0 65
Sep 1 1 56
Oct 1 5 44
Nov 1 10 33
Dec 1 9 25

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Rock River Elementary
19 miles, NW · 3.2star
Rock River High School
19 miles, NW · 3.2star
Rock River Junior High School
19 miles, NW · 3.2star
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Colleges

University of Wyoming
20 miles, S · 2.8star
WyoTech
21 miles, S · 2.3star
Cheeks Beauty Academy
54 miles, SE · 1star
Laramie County Community College
57 miles, SE · 1.9star
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Hospitals

Ivinson Memorial Hospital
21 miles, S · 3.2star
Platte County Memorial Hospital
47 miles, E · 3.2star
Poudre Valley Hospital
78 miles, S · 5star
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Airports

Laramie Regional Airport
20 miles, SW · 1star
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