Riverton, Wyoming

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
10,733
Population
$50,861
Median Income
$194,600
Home Value
36.4
Median Age

Demographics

Riverton has a population of 10,733 with a median age of 36.4. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

White
77.0%
Hispanic
13.2%
Other
7.6%
Asian
1.3%
Black
0.9%
Demographic Value
Total Population10,733
Median Age36.4
White77.0%
Black or African American0.9%
Asian1.3%
Hispanic or Latino13.2%
Other / Two or More Races7.6%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Riverton is $50,861, which is 32.3% below the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $25,653. The poverty rate is 14.5%.

$50,861
Median Household Income
$25,653
Per Capita Income
14.5%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Riverton is 7.1%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Riverton, 94.3% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 21.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7.3% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
94.3%
Bachelor's+
21.5%
Graduate+
7.3%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher94.3%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher21.5%
Graduate or Professional Degree7.3%

Housing

The median home value in Riverton is $194,600, below the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $799. The homeownership rate is 59.0%.

$194,600
Median Home Value
$799/mo
Median Rent
59.0%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$194,600
Median Monthly Rent$799
Homeownership Rate59.0%
Vacancy Rate11.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Riverton, Wyoming?
The population of Riverton, Wyoming is 10,733 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Riverton, Wyoming?
The median household income in Riverton, Wyoming is $50,861. This is 32.3% below the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Riverton, Wyoming?
The median home value in Riverton, Wyoming is $194,600. The median monthly rent is $799.
What percentage of people in Riverton have a college degree?
In Riverton, Wyoming, 21.5% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 94.3% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Riverton, Wyoming an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Riverton, Wyoming is 3.8x (median home value $194,600 vs. median income $50,861), making it relatively affordable by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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