ZIP Code 82945, WY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 6/10
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
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
236 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$66,667 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
68.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
40 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
27.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$136,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$429 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$843 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.8% 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 deep red country, with 22% of residents leaning left and 72% leaning right.

Liberal (22%) (72%) 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 9 15
Feb 0 8 17
Mar 1 6 29
Apr 1 4 39
May 1 1 48
Jun 1 0 57
Jul 1 0 64
Aug 1 0 62
Sep 1 0 52
Oct 1 2 41
Nov 1 6 27
Dec 1 9 16

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Rock Springs High School
16 miles, W · 2.3star
Desert View Elementary
16 miles, W · 2.8star
Eastside Elementary
17 miles, W · 1.9star
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Colleges

Central Wyoming College
94 miles, NE · 1.4star
Uintah Basin Technical College
112 miles, SW · 1.4star
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Hospitals

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Airports

Vernal Regional Airport
93 miles, SW · 1star
Yampa Valley Airport
124 miles, SE · 1star
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