Rock Springs, Wyoming

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
23,361
Population
$75,863
Median Income
$243,100
Home Value
35.2
Median Age

Demographics

Rock Springs has a population of 23,361 with a median age of 35.2. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

White
82.5%
Hispanic
15.9%
Black
2.3%
Asian
1.2%
Demographic Value
Total Population23,361
Median Age35.2
White82.5%
Black or African American2.3%
Asian1.2%
Hispanic or Latino15.9%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Rock Springs is $75,863, which is 1.0% above the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $40,921. The poverty rate is 13.4%.

$75,863
Median Household Income
$40,921
Per Capita Income
13.4%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Rock Springs is 5.4%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Rock Springs, 92.1% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 21.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9.0% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
92.1%
Bachelor's+
21.7%
Graduate+
9.0%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher92.1%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher21.7%
Graduate or Professional Degree9.0%

Housing

The median home value in Rock Springs is $243,100, below the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $925. The homeownership rate is 71.1%.

$243,100
Median Home Value
$925/mo
Median Rent
71.1%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$243,100
Median Monthly Rent$925
Homeownership Rate71.1%
Vacancy Rate16.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Rock Springs, Wyoming?
The population of Rock Springs, Wyoming is 23,361 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Rock Springs, Wyoming?
The median household income in Rock Springs, Wyoming is $75,863. This is 1.0% above the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Rock Springs, Wyoming?
The median home value in Rock Springs, Wyoming is $243,100. The median monthly rent is $925.
What percentage of people in Rock Springs have a college degree?
In Rock Springs, Wyoming, 21.7% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 92.1% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Rock Springs, Wyoming an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Rock Springs, Wyoming is 3.2x (median home value $243,100 vs. median income $75,863), making it relatively affordable by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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