Afton, WY
Livability
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Bikeability
3/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
9/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
4/10
accessibility
Hospitals
1/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
1,982
332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.9%
64% (US)
College-Educated
25.8%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$56,806
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
15 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.3%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$311,200
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$379
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$638
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.4%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Lincoln County
2
Wyoming
3
United States
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Lincoln County
1
Wyoming
4
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 12 | 16 |
| Feb | 1 | 9 | 19 |
| Mar | 1 | 7 | 29 |
| Apr | 1 | 5 | 39 |
| May | 2 | 2 | 48 |
| Jun | 1 | 0 | 56 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 63 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 62 |
| Sep | 1 | 0 | 52 |
| Oct | 1 | 3 | 41 |
| Nov | 1 | 7 | 28 |
| Dec | 1 | 12 | 17 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 15% of residents leaning left and 78% leaning right.
Liberal (15%) (79%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 75%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District, WY State Senate District 16, WY State House District 21, WYSchools
Swift Creek High School
<1 miles, SE
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3.2
Afton Elementary
<1 miles, NE
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4.1
Star Valley High School
1 miles, N
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4.1
Star Valley Middle School
2 miles, N
•
3.7
Colleges
College of Eastern Idaho
75 miles, N
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1.4
Austin Kade Academy
75 miles, NW
Idaho State University
77 miles, NW
•
1.9
Stevens-Henager College
77 miles, NW
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1
Hospitals
Star Valley Medical Center
<1 miles, S
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4.1
Bear Lake Memorial Hospital
34 miles, SW
Caribou Memorial Hospital
35 miles, W
St Johns Medical Center
53 miles, NE
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4.1
Airports
Jackson Hole Airport
62 miles, NE
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1.4
Idaho Falls Regional Airport
79 miles, NW
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1
Pocatello Regional Airport
85 miles, NW
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1
Ogden-Hinckley Airport
120 miles, SW
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1