Riverton

Riverton, Wyoming Overview

Riverton faces challenges across several categories, earning a C+ grade (51.9/100) and ranking #19 of 20 cities in Wyoming. Even so, the city scores 96/100 in Outdoor Access — a relative bright spot compared to its Growth score of 34/100.

Income & Employment in Riverton

The median household income in Riverton is $56,280, 22% below the statewide median of $71,847. Population declined 0.1%.

Safety in Riverton

With a violent crime rate of 637.4 per 100,000, Riverton exceeds the Wyoming average of 203. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 3436.2 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Riverton

The median home value is $204,900. Median monthly rent is $885. Renters spend 18.9% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Riverton

The adult obesity rate in Riverton is 33.3% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 11.7%. Residents report an average of 16.8 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Wyoming ranks #27 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Riverton

Riverton has a high school graduation rate of 77%. The student-teacher ratio of 12.6:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $20,836 per student, well above the national median. The city has 7 public schools serving 2,424 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Riverton

Winters in Riverton are cold, averaging 22.5°F. Summers average 69.1°F. Winters average 22.5°F. Annual precipitation is 18.1 inches. The average commute of 13.9 minutes is notably short.

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