Powell, WY
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
9/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
6/10
local_library
Schools
8/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
1/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- 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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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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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
6,466
332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.5 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.8%
64% (US)
College-Educated
32.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$65,077
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.7%
88% (US)
Average Commute
17 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
27.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$265,400
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$459
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$750
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.7%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Park County
3
Cody Urban Area
3
Wyoming
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Park County
4
Cody Urban Area
4
Wyoming
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 0 | 5 | 20 |
| Feb | 0 | 3 | 23 |
| Mar | 1 | 4 | 33 |
| Apr | 1 | 2 | 41 |
| May | 1 | 0 | 50 |
| Jun | 1 | 0 | 59 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 66 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 65 |
| Sep | 1 | 0 | 54 |
| Oct | 1 | 2 | 42 |
| Nov | 0 | 2 | 30 |
| Dec | 0 | 4 | 20 |
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%) (80%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 80%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District, WY State Senate District 19, WY State House District 25, WYSchools
Northwest Wyoming Treatment Center
<1 miles, E
Powell Middle School
<1 miles, S
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3.7
Shoshone Learning Center
<1 miles, S
•
3.2
Westside Elementary
<1 miles, W
•
4.6
Colleges
Northwest College
<1 miles, W
•
1.4
Bold Beauty Academy
71 miles, NE
Rocky Mountain College
72 miles, NE
•
1.9
Montana State University Billings
72 miles, NE
•
1.9
Hospitals
Powell Valley Hospital
<1 miles, W
•
4.1
North Big Horn Hospital District
18 miles, E
•
4.1
Cody Regional Health
22 miles, SW
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3.2
Beartooth Billings Clinic
39 miles, N
Airports
Yellowstone Regional Airport
21 miles, SW
•
1
Billings Logan International Airport
73 miles, NE
•
1.4
Yellowstone Airport
116 miles, W
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1
Jackson Hole Airport
126 miles, W
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1.4