Rawlins, WY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
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
8,217 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$69,912 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
16 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$205,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$453 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$749 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Carbon County
3
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

Carbon County
4
Wyoming
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 6 21
Feb 1 7 24
Mar 1 7 32
Apr 1 6 40
May 1 2 49
Jun 1 0 58
Jul 1 0 66
Aug 1 0 63
Sep 1 1 54
Oct 1 4 43
Nov 1 7 30
Dec 1 7 22

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (34%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 24%
Other 12%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, WY State Senate District 11, WY State House District 15, WY
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Schools

Cooperative High
<1 miles, N • 3.2 star
Rawlins Middle School
1 miles, N • 2.3 star
Rawlins High School
1 miles, N • 2.8 star
Rawlins Elementary
2 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Casper College
86 miles, NE • 1.9 star
WyoTech
89 miles, SE • 2.3 star
University of Wyoming
91 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Western Wyoming Community College
105 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Wyoming Medical Center
87 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Laramie Regional Airport
86 miles, SE • 1 star
Yampa Valley Airport
90 miles, S • 1 star
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