Opal, WY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
64 332.4M (US)
Median Age
61.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
85.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
6.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$41,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$400 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$575 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
31.2% 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 17
Feb 1 10 20
Mar 1 7 30
Apr 1 4 40
May 2 1 49
Jun 1 0 56
Jul 1 0 65
Aug 1 0 62
Sep 1 0 54
Oct 1 1 42
Nov 1 7 29
Dec 1 12 19

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 15% of residents leaning left and 79% leaning right.

Liberal (15%) (79%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 81%
Hillary Clinton 9%
Other 10%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, WY State Senate District 14, WY State House District 18, WY
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Schools

Kemmerer Junior Senior High School
11 miles, NW • 4.1 star
New Frontier High School
12 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Canyon Elementary School
12 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Western Wyoming Community College
57 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Utah State University
77 miles, W • 1.9 star
Stevens-Henager College
78 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Evanston Regional Hospital
50 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport
66 miles, SE • 1 star
Ogden-Hinckley Airport
96 miles, W • 1 star
Vernal Regional Airport
101 miles, S • 1 star
Salt Lake City International Airport
109 miles, W • 4.1 star
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