Wyoming Population & Demographics
Wyoming has a population of 579,761, ranking #51 among US states. The median household income is $74,815 and the median age is 38.8.
US states by population — Wyoming is #51
579,761
Population
#51
By Population
$74,815
Median Income
38.8
Median Age
Age Distribution
Male: 51.2% · Female: 48.8%
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 86.0% |
| Black or African American | 0.9% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| American Indian & Alaska Native | 2.1% |
| Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander | 0.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.9% |
Economy & Income
$74,815
Median Household Income
$41,006
Per Capita Income
7.1%
Poverty Rate
2.4%
Unemployment Rate
$97,459
Mean Household Income
61.9%
Employment Rate
Education
94.1%
High School Graduate+
29.9%
Bachelor's Degree+
Housing
$285,100
Median Home Value
$968
Median Rent
275,131
Total Housing Units
71.9%
Owner-Occupied
28.1%
Renter-Occupied
13.4%
Vacant
Commute
0.9%
Drive Alone
3.4%
Carpool
8.5%
Work From Home
18.5 min
Avg Commute
Largest Cities in Wyoming
| # | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cheyenne city | 64,976 | $77,176 | $311,200 |
| 2 | Casper city | 58,754 | $69,171 | $250,700 |
| 3 | Gillette city | 33,278 | $90,699 | $257,200 |
| 4 | Laramie city | 31,848 | $52,414 | $302,200 |
| 5 | Rock Springs city | 23,229 | $73,307 | $245,600 |
| 6 | Sheridan city | 19,035 | $61,598 | $295,300 |
| 7 | Evanston city | 11,803 | $76,569 | $236,400 |
| 8 | Green River city | 11,679 | $85,399 | $255,600 |
| 9 | Riverton city | 10,803 | $56,280 | $204,900 |
| 10 | Jackson town | 10,746 | $112,609 | $1,228,700 |
| 11 | Cody city | 10,121 | $68,676 | $357,300 |
Counties in Wyoming
| # | County | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Laramie County | 100,661 | $77,884 |
| 2 | Natrona County | 79,735 | $71,247 |
| 3 | Campbell County | 47,018 | $95,253 |
| 4 | Sweetwater County | 41,786 | $76,464 |
| 5 | Fremont County | 39,472 | $64,646 |
| 6 | Albany County | 37,713 | $59,881 |
| 7 | Sheridan County | 31,585 | $70,855 |
| 8 | Park County | 30,109 | $70,533 |
| 9 | Teton County | 23,358 | $112,681 |
| 10 | Uinta County | 20,605 | $82,672 |
| 11 | Lincoln County | 20,158 | $86,092 |
| 12 | Carbon County | 14,549 | $66,721 |
| 13 | Converse County | 13,759 | $79,164 |
| 14 | Goshen County | 12,587 | $64,882 |
| 15 | Big Horn County | 11,737 | $60,547 |
| 16 | Sublette County | 8,806 | $82,791 |
| 17 | Platte County | 8,606 | $66,299 |
| 18 | Johnson County | 8,602 | $63,905 |
| 19 | Washakie County | 7,708 | $62,648 |
| 20 | Crook County | 7,339 | $71,209 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Wyoming has a population of 579,761 according to the Census ACS 2023 5-Year estimates, making it the #51 most populated state.
The median household income in Wyoming is $74,815, with a per capita income of $41,006. 7.1% of the population lives below the poverty level.
Wyoming is 86.0% White, 0.9% Black, 0.1% Asian, and 3.9% Hispanic/Latino.
Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates. The ACS surveys approximately 3.5 million households annually. Percentages may not total 100% due to rounding.