Green River

WY

Sweetwater County, Wyoming

Population 42K |Median income $75,034 |1 hospital

Population
41,542
Sweetwater County
Median Income
$75,034
+10% vs avg
Median Home Value
$251,400
+10% vs avg
Median Age
37.9
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
42K-7%
Median Income
$75,034+5%
Median Home Value
$251,400+42%
Poverty Rate
12.9%+14%
Unemployment
5.6%-13%

Economics

Median Rent
$911/mo
Poverty Rate
12.9% -9% vs avg
Unemployment 5.6%
Bachelor's Degree+ 20.9%
Work From Home 4.4%
Public Transit 2.5%

Population

White 80.7%
African American 1.4%
Two or More Ethnicities 0.6%
Asian 0.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
38.6%
Obesity
36.3%
High Blood Pressure
31.1%
Physical Inactivity
27.2%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.1%
Binge Drinking
16.6%
Current Smoking
16.1%
Lack of Health Insurance
14.1%
Frequent Physical Distress
14%
Diabetes
11.1%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 60.9%
Annual Checkup 69%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
10.3%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.2%
Stroke
3.2%

Alerts & News — Green River Area 6

Bushfire Alerts

Planned Hazard Reduction Burn Underway at Kellys Mountain in Snowy Monaro Region

NSW RFS · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

High Wind Warning Issued for South Laramie Range and Foothills with Gusts Up to 70 MPH

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Sydney and Gosford/Wyong Areas Due to Intense Rainfall

BOM · 3d ago
Weather Alerts high

Snow Squall Warning Issued for Laramie and Albany Counties in Wyoming and Parts of Nebraska Panhandle

NOAA · 6d ago
Bushfire Alerts

Hazard Reduction Burn Underway at Kellys Mountain in Snowy Monaro Region

NSW RFS · 6d ago
Weather Alerts high

High Wind Warning Issued for Goshen and East Laramie Counties Through Sunday

NOAA · Mar 28, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Green River, WY? ▼
Green River, WY has a population of 41,542 people, located in Sweetwater County, Wyoming.
What is the median household income in Green River? ▼
The median household income in Green River, WY is $75,034 per year. The poverty rate is 12.9%.
What is the median home value in Green River? ▼
The median home value in Green River, WY is $251,400. Median rent is $911/month.
What are the top health concerns in Green River? ▼
The top health indicators in Green River include Short Sleep Duration (38.6%), Obesity (36.3%), High Blood Pressure (31.1%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Green River? ▼
Green River has 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Green River? ▼
The median age in Green River, WY is 37.9 years. 20.9% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Green River, WY is located in Sweetwater County, Wyoming. With a population of 42K and a median household income of $75,034, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Green River area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Sweetwater County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.