ZIP Code 82943, WY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
96 332.4M (US)
Median Age
74.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
17.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$39,928 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$27,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$318 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$735 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
13.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sweetwater County
4
Rock Springs Urban Area
4
Wyoming
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Sweetwater County
3
Rock Springs Urban Area
3
Wyoming
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 37% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (57%) 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 5 18
Feb 0 6 22
Mar 1 4 32
Apr 1 3 41
May 1 1 50
Jun 1 0 59
Jul 1 0 67
Aug 1 0 65
Sep 1 0 55
Oct 1 2 43
Nov 0 4 29
Dec 0 5 19

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

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Schools

Desert View Elementary
6 miles, SW · 2.8star
Northpark Elementary
6 miles, SW · 3.2star
Rock Springs High School
8 miles, SW · 2.3star
Eastside Elementary
8 miles, SW · 1.9star
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Colleges

Central Wyoming College
100 miles, NE · 1.4star
Uintah Basin Technical College
105 miles, SW · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Ashley Regional Medical Center
88 miles, SW · 4.1star
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Airports

Vernal Regional Airport
89 miles, SW · 1star
Yampa Valley Airport
133 miles, SE · 1star
Ogden-Hinckley Airport
151 miles, W · 1star
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