Lander

Lander, Wyoming Overview

With a composite score of 61.4/100 and a A grade, Lander ranks #5 of 20 cities in Wyoming. Its strongest showing is in Outdoor Access (96/100), while Growth (32/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in Lander

The median household income in Lander is $71,601, in line with the statewide median of $71,847. Population declined 0.3%.

Cost of Living in Lander

The median home value is $321,800. Median monthly rent is $870. Renters spend 14.6% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Lander

The adult obesity rate in Lander is 30.7% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 10%. Residents average 14.8 poor mental health days per month. Wyoming ranks #27 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Lander

Lander’s high school graduation rate of 92% is well above average, reflecting strong local school performance. The student-teacher ratio of 12.2:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $20,393 per student, well above the national median. The city has 4 public schools serving 1,558 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Lander

Winters in Lander are cold, averaging 22.6°F. Summers average 69.1°F. Winters average 22.6°F. Annual precipitation is 18.1 inches. The average commute of 13.5 minutes is notably short.

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