ZIP Code 82516, WY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 1/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
311 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
52.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,804 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
71.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$135,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$426 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$470 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Fremont County
2
Riverton 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

Fremont County
5
Riverton Urban Area
5
Wyoming
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (63%) Conservative

Climate

Cold desert climate. Very dry climate with cold winters, and limited precipitation. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 7 19
Feb 0 8 23
Mar 0 7 34
Apr 1 6 43
May 2 2 53
Jun 1 0 62
Jul 1 0 69
Aug 1 0 68
Sep 1 1 57
Oct 1 4 44
Nov 0 7 30
Dec 0 8 18

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

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Schools

Wind River Elementary
7 miles, E · 3.7star
Wind River Middle School
8 miles, E · 3.2star
Wind River High School
8 miles, E · 3.7star
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Colleges

Central Wyoming College
24 miles, SE · 1.4star
Northwest College
107 miles, NE · 1.4star
Western Wyoming Community College
114 miles, SW · 1.4star
Casper College
129 miles, SE · 1.9star
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Hospitals

Sagewest Health Care
24 miles, SE · 3.2star
Washakie Medical Center
71 miles, NE · 3.2star
Cody Regional Health
92 miles, N · 3.2star
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Airports

Yellowstone Regional Airport
91 miles, N · 1star
Jackson Hole Airport
100 miles, NW · 1.4star
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