ZIP Code 82055, WY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 10/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
364 332.4M (US)
Median Age
63.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
69.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$103,828 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$495,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$653 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,538 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
49.1% 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 48% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right.

Liberal (48%) (44%) 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 8 26
Feb 1 9 27
Mar 1 13 34
Apr 2 12 41
May 2 4 49
Jun 2 0 59
Jul 2 0 66
Aug 2 0 65
Sep 1 2 56
Oct 1 6 45
Nov 1 11 33
Dec 1 10 26

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Elk Mountain Elementary
23 miles, N · 3.2star
Harmony Elementary
24 miles, SE · 3.2star

Colleges

WyoTech
33 miles, SE · 2.3star
University of Wyoming
35 miles, SE · 2.8star
Cheeks Beauty Academy
77 miles, SE · 1star
Laramie County Community College
79 miles, SE · 1.9star

Hospitals

Ivinson Memorial Hospital
36 miles, SE · 3.2star

Airports

Laramie Regional Airport
30 miles, SE · 1star
Yampa Valley Airport
79 miles, SW · 1star