Lander, WY
Livability
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Bikeability
4/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
9/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
1/10
accessibility
Hospitals
1/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
- 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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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- 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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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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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
7,565
332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.6%
64% (US)
College-Educated
42.7%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$71,601
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.4%
88% (US)
Average Commute
15 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.2%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$321,800
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$463
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$759
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.7%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Fremont County
2
Riverton Urban Area
2
Wyoming
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Fremont County
5
Riverton Urban Area
5
Wyoming
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 0 | 8 | 18 |
| Feb | 0 | 8 | 21 |
| Mar | 1 | 8 | 32 |
| Apr | 1 | 7 | 41 |
| May | 2 | 3 | 51 |
| Jun | 1 | 0 | 60 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 67 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 65 |
| Sep | 1 | 1 | 55 |
| Oct | 1 | 5 | 43 |
| Nov | 0 | 7 | 29 |
| Dec | 0 | 9 | 18 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 30% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.
Liberal (30%) (65%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 63%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District, WY State Senate District 25, WY State House District 54, WYSchools
Lander Valley High School
<1 miles, NE
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3.7
Baldwin Creek Elementary
<1 miles, E
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3.7
Pathfinder High School
<1 miles, E
•
2.3
Gannett Peak Elementary
1 miles, SE
•
2.3
Colleges
Central Wyoming College
22 miles, E
•
1.4
Western Wyoming Community College
89 miles, SW
•
1.4
Casper College
123 miles, E
•
1.9
Northwest College
133 miles, N
•
1.4
Hospitals
Sagewest Health Care
22 miles, E
•
3.2
Hot Springs County Memorial Hospital
63 miles, NE
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3.2
Aspen Mountain Medical Center
88 miles, SW
Memorial Hospital Sweetwater County
90 miles, SW
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4.1
Airports
Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport
87 miles, SW
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1
Jackson Hole Airport
113 miles, NW
•
1.4
Casper-Natrona County International Airport
116 miles, E
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1
Yellowstone Regional Airport
117 miles, N
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1