Laramie

Laramie, Wyoming Overview

With a composite score of 62.7/100 and a A grade, Laramie ranks #4 of 20 cities in Wyoming. Its strongest showing is in Outdoor Access (96/100), while Fiscal Health (22/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in Laramie

Laramie’s median income of $52,414 is 27% below the state median, but positive population growth of 1.6% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 2.7%.

Safety in Laramie

At 160.8 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, Laramie sits meaningfully below the Wyoming average of 203 — a 26% lower gap. The property crime rate is 1449.9 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Laramie

The median home value is $302,200. Median monthly rent is $933. Renters spend 21.4% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline. The price-to-income ratio of 5.8x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Laramie

The adult obesity rate in Laramie is 28% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 7%. Residents report an average of 18.6 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Wyoming ranks #27 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Laramie

Laramie has a high school graduation rate of 80%. The student-teacher ratio of 12.9:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $18,376 per student, well above the national median. The city has 11 public schools serving 3,706 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Laramie

The annual average temperature in Laramie is 47.9°F. Summers average 67.8°F. Winters average 27.6°F. Annual precipitation is 22.3 inches. The average commute of 12.5 minutes is notably short.

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