Uinta County

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, Uinta County, Wyoming, has a population of approximately 20,450 people. The racial composition is primarily White (92.4%), with smaller percentages of other groups: Hispanic or Latino (9.2%), two or more races (2.9%), Native American (1.1%), and Asian (0.6%). The median household income is around $69,774. The county covers an area of 2,088 square miles, featuring a predominantly rural landscape.

As of the latest data, Uinta County, WY, has a median home value of around $195,000. Rent prices average $800 per month. The homeownership rate is approximately 75%, with a vacancy rate of about 14%. The county has a population density of roughly 10 people per square mile. Housing units total just over 8,000, with single-family homes comprising the majority. Home values and rent can vary significantly depending on the specific area within the county.

As of the most recent elections, Uinta County, Wyoming had key races for local offices. Elections included positions for the Uinta County Commissioners, Sheriff, and other municipal roles.

For the Uinta County Commissioners, four seats were contested with the following candidates: Eric South (incumbent), Brad Welling (incumbent), Lisa Clary, and Brent Hatch. Voter turnout was approximately 65%.

In the Sheriff’s race, Doug Matthews (Republican) ran unopposed and secured 98% of the vote. For Evanston Mayor, the candidates were Kent Williams and Ed Richards, with Williams winning 55% of the vote to Richards' 45%.

Every general election in Uinta County also includes voting on numerous local measures and propositions that affect community resources and governance.

For more detailed and the latest information, it's advisable to check the Uinta County official website or the Wyoming Secretary of State’s Office.

As of the latest data, Uinta County, WY has a high school graduation rate of approximately 92.7%, higher than the national average of around 88%. About 20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average of approximately 33.1% and Wyoming's state average of around 27.9%. The county has a total of 13 public schools administered by Uinta County School Districts #1, #4, and #6, serving around 2,500 students. The student-to-teacher ratio is roughly 13:1, close to the national average of 16:1 but lower than Wyoming’s average of about 12:1. While Uinta County excels in basic education attainment compared to the national average, it lags behind in higher education degrees compared to both state and national figures.

As of the most recent data in 2023, Uinta County, Wyoming has a labor force of approximately 10,000 people with an employment rate hovering around 95%, translating to about 9,500 employed individuals. Key industries in Uinta County include mining, particularly oil and gas extraction, which employs around 20% of the workforce, and manufacturing, which involves about 15%. Retail trade and healthcare each account for about 10% of jobs in the county.

Comparatively, Wyoming’s average employment in mining is 8%, higher than the national average of 0.5%. Manufacturing in Uinta County stands at 15%, above the state average of 6% and slightly higher than the national average of 8.5%. Retail trade and healthcare in Uinta County match Wyoming state averages but are slightly lower than the national averages, which stand at around 12% and 13% respectively.

As of the most recent data available, Uinta County, Wyoming has an average household income of approximately $64,000 per year. Below is a comparison with the national and state averages:

Comparison Summary:

• Uinta County vs. Wyoming: Uinta County's average income is approximately 11% lower than the state average.
• Uinta County vs. National: Uinta County's average income is about 7% lower than the national average.

This comparison highlights that Uinta County has a lower average household income compared to both state and national figures.

As of the most recent data available, Uinta County, WY, has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. According to the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program, here are the statistics for various types of crimes per 100,000 people for the latest year:

Note: These figures are approximations based on the latest annual crime reports and may vary year-to-year.