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Population Review

Hot Springs County, Wyoming Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 22nd-largest in Wyoming

The population of Hot Springs County, Wyoming is 4,618 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 22nd-largest county in Wyoming. The median household income is $64,375, the median home value is $214,400, and the median age is 45.4.

The population of Hot Springs County has declined 3.8% since 2010 (4,809 → 4,625), a -0.28% annualized rate.

Hot Springs County within Wyoming · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

4,618

Population

-0.28%

Annual growth

2

People / sq mi

$64,375

Median Income

$214,400

Median Home Value

Hot Springs County covers 2,004 sq mi of land at 2.3 people per square mile.

About Hot Springs County, WY

Hot Springs County is a county in Wyoming with a population of 4,618. It ranks #22 among counties in Wyoming by population. The median age is 45.4, older than the national median. The population is 50.6% male and 49.4% female.

The median household income in Hot Springs County is $64,375, below the US median of $74,580. 6.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $214,400, with monthly rent averaging $976. The homeownership rate of 72.6% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in Hot Springs County reflects 26.4% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 13.6% of workers primarily work from home, similar to the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 13.9 minutes each way.

Hot Springs County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Hot Springs County had a population of 4,809 in 2010 and 4,625 in 2024, a -3.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 4,838 in 2013. Average annual growth rate: -0.26%.

2013 · 5K20102024

4,625

Population (2024)

4,809

Population (2010)

4,838

Peak (2013)

-0.26%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
20104,809
20114,806
20124,834
20134,838
20144,795
20154,722
20164,664
20174,693
20184,554
20194,415
20204,620
20214,595
20224,609
20234,652
20244,625

Race & Ethnicity

White91.1%
Black or African American0.0%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)4.1%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

45.4

Median Age

49.4%

Female

50.6%

Male

26.7%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
5.7%
5–9
5.4%
10–14
7.6%
15–19
4.9%
20–24
4.4%
25–34
8.9%
35–44
12.6%
45–54
10.4%
55–59
8.9%
60–64
4.5%
65–74
15.0%
75–84
9.1%
85+
2.6%

Children (under 15): 18.7% · Seniors (65+): 26.7%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$64,375$-10,440 vs state
Mean household income$77,018
Per-capita income$33,942
Poverty rate6.7%-0.4% vs state
Unemployment rate1.0%
Employment-to-population55.8%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
33.1%
Agriculture
16.1%
Education & health care
9.8%
Construction
9.6%
Public administration
7.3%
Arts, entertainment & food
6.1%
Finance & real estate
4.7%
Information
3.0%

The largest employment sector in Hot Springs County is professional & business services, accounting for 33.1% of workers.

How residents commute

0.0%

Drive alone

2.9%

Carpool

73.2%

Public transit

13.6%

Work from home

13.9 min

Avg commute

Housing

$214,400$-70,700 vs state

Median home value

$976

Median rent

72.6%

Homeownership rate

2,490

Total housing units

83.5%

Occupied

16.5%

Vacant

27.4%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

86.3%

With health insurance

94.0%

With broadband internet

47.0%

Foreign-born

11.9%

Veterans (18+)

20.1%

With a disability

98.1%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

94.4%

High School+

26.4%

Bachelor's+

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Frequently Asked Questions

Hot Springs County, Wyoming has a population of 4,618 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 22nd-largest county in Wyoming. Population density is 2 people per square mile.

The population of Hot Springs County has declined 3.8% since 2010 (4,809 → 4,625), a -0.28% annualized rate.

The median household income in Hot Springs County, Wyoming is $64,375, with mean (average) household income of $77,018 and per-capita income of $33,942. 6.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Hot Springs County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (91.1%), Hispanic or Latino (4.1%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Hot Springs County, Wyoming is 45.4 years. Residents are 49.4% female and 50.6% male.

The median home value in Hot Springs County is $214,400 and median monthly rent is $976. 72.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 2,490 total housing units, 16.5% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Hot Springs County, Wyoming is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 33.1% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.0%.

Cheyenne is among the largest cities associated with Hot Springs County, Wyoming, with a population of 64,976.

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.