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Rock Springs, WY


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Rock Springs, Wyoming

Rock Springs, Wyoming, in Sweetwater county, is 145 miles E of Ogden, Utah (center to center) and 255 miles NW of Denver, Colorado. The city contains a population of approximately 18,708.

The People and Families of Rock Springs

In Rock Springs, about 57% of adults are married.

Unlike most cities, Rock Springs has proportionately more males than females.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Rock Springs had a median family income of $51,539. The typical family in Rock Springs is better off than most in Wyoming.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Rock Springs favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $2,000. Among political parties, the Democratic party was tops in raising money in the city.

Rock Springs Housing

Rock Springs has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 72% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Taxes on residences are higher here than most places in Wyoming, which may reflect a commitment to education in the city.

Commuting

In Rock Springs, 89% of commuters drive to work. In Rock Springs, not everyone drives everywhere. The public transportation system may meet your needs.

High Points

Rock Springs strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Wyoming):

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 9%Rock Springs Racial Diversity
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)
Top 11%Rock Springs Well-Paid Single Women
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 14%Rock Springs Public Transportation Use
Median Family Income
(vs. State)
Top 15%Rock Springs Median Family Income
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)
Top 17%Rock Springs Well-Paid Single Men
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)
Top 19%Rock Springs Affordability of Rents

Comparative Profile of Rock Springs, WY

Comparing Rock Springs to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Wyoming (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Male Share of the Population96
Well-Paid Single Men79
Children Under 5 Years Old68
Well-Paid Single Women69
Racial Diversity510
Age of the Population43
Senior Citizens33
Female Share of the Population25

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married64
Average Household Size57

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Median Family Income69
People in Middle Class or Better68
People Above Poverty57
College Educated Adults57

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use99
Short Commute Times84
Walking and Biking to Work75
Working at Home42

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents95
Affordability of Property Taxes92
Seasonal and Vacation Housing84
Housing Recently Built77
People Living Alone55
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals48

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime32
Low Violent Crime11

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