Niobrara County, WY Population Statistics: Density Map Data
Analyze local population trends, population density map, housing costs, and the local economy.
Area Snapshot Statistics
Key statistics on population, economy, housing, and commuting compared to state and national averages. Explore interactive maps for deeper analysis.
Population: density and quick facts
| Metric | Niobrara County | Wyoming Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,264 | 586,148 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 0.9 | 6.0 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | -0.46% | -0.08% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 48.8 | 37.4 | 37.1 |
| Households | 1,141 | 238,172 | 128,459,983 |
Population in Niobrara County grew by 4.7% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 2,415 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
Niobrara County has a the economy index of D, which means it is barely prosperous.
| Metric | Niobrara County | Wyoming Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $48,617 | $74,833 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 2.83% | 3.39% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 3.3% | 3.7% | 5.2% |
The median household income in Niobrara County is about 35% lower than in Wyoming.
Housing
| Metric | Niobrara County | Wyoming Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $148,610 | $235,717 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $774 | $967 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 65.2% | 71.9% | 65.1% |
The median home price in Niobrara County is about 16.0 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $775 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
Commuters in Niobrara County spend about 16 minutes on the road round trip each working day. Over a typical 250-day work year, that adds up to roughly 66 hours, about 2.7 full days, spent commuting.
| Metric | Niobrara County | Wyoming Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-way commute (min) | 7.9 | 13.3 | 22.5 |
| Round-trip commute (min) | 15.8 | 26.5 | 44.9 |
| Yearly time spent (hours) | 66 | 111 | 187 |
| Estimated yearly cost | $2,044 | $3,429 | $5,803 |
| Work from home | 15.0% | 8.5% | 13.4% |
| Highway traffic (vehicles/day) | 2,034 | 1,868 | 8,813 |
| Local road traffic (vehicles/day) | 133 | 263 | 1,355 |
Fastest commutes among counties in
Wyoming:
Hot Springs County (7.6 min), Washakie County (7.9 min), Niobrara County (7.9 min).
Slowest:
Sublette County (20.2 min), Crook County (17.0 min), Lincoln County (16.0 min).
The average commute time in Niobrara County is 8 minutes, shorter than the 13 minutes in Wyoming.
Estimated yearly cost applies a single national wage rule of thumb (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics average hourly earnings), not a measurement of wages in this area. Traffic volume figures come from proprietary Ticon and TrafficZoom data.
Education & Households
Niobrara County has a education index of D, which means it is barely educated.
| Metric | Niobrara County | Wyoming Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 18.7% | 26.5% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 1.92 | 2.38 | 2.54 |
Highest education index among counties in
Wyoming:
Teton County (0.4), Albany County (0.4), Sheridan County (0.3).
Lowest:
Niobrara County (0.2), Uinta County (0.2), Converse County (0.2).
Health
Niobrara County has a health index of C, which means it is somewhat healthy.
| Metric | Niobrara County | Wyoming Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 77.9 | 80.3 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 17.4% | 12.7% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 22.4% | 18.6% | 19.0% |
Highest health index among counties in
Wyoming:
Teton County (0.8), Albany County (0.8), Crook County (0.8).
Lowest:
Niobrara County (0.8), Hot Springs County (0.8), Fremont County (0.8).
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Niobrara County, Wyoming.
What is the population of Niobrara County, Wyoming?
The population of Niobrara County, Wyoming is 2,264, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of Niobrara County, Wyoming?
The population density of Niobrara County, Wyoming is 0.9 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in Niobrara County, Wyoming?
The median household income in Niobrara County, Wyoming is $48,617, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in Niobrara County, Wyoming?
The median home price in Niobrara County, Wyoming is $148,610, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in Niobrara County, Wyoming?
The unemployment rate in Niobrara County, Wyoming is 3.3%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.