Laramie, WY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
directions_bike Bikeability
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
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
31,848 332.4M (US)
Median Age
26.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
47.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
55.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,414 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
14 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
33.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$302,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$529 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$833 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
40.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Albany County
2
Laramie 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

Albany County
3
Laramie Urban Area
3
Wyoming
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 7 24
Feb 0 9 26
Mar 1 11 32
Apr 1 10 39
May 2 3 49
Jun 1 0 58
Jul 1 0 65
Aug 1 0 63
Sep 1 1 54
Oct 1 5 43
Nov 1 10 31
Dec 1 9 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 44%
Hillary Clinton 38%
Other 17%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, WY State Senate District 10, WY State House District 46, WY
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Schools

Laramie Montessori Charter School
<1 miles, E • 3.2 star
Velma Linford Elementary
1 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Spring Creek Elementary
1 miles, SE • 4.6 star
UW Laboratory School
2 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Colleges

WyoTech
<1 miles, W • 2.3 star
University of Wyoming
2 miles, E • 2.8 star
Cheeks Beauty Academy
43 miles, SE • 1 star
Laramie County Community College
45 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Ivinson Memorial Hospital
3 miles, E • 3.2 star
Cheyenne Regional Medical Center
43 miles, SE • 5 star
Poudre Valley Hospital
58 miles, S • 5 star
Platte County Memorial Hospital
61 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Laramie Regional Airport
4 miles, NW • 1 star
Yampa Valley Airport
102 miles, W • 1 star
Denver International Airport
111 miles, S • 5 star
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