Riverton

Fremont County, Wyoming

Population 40K |Median income $64,904 |1 hospital

Population

39,533

Fremont County

Median Income

$64,904

-5% vs avg

Median Home Value

$268,800

+18% vs avg

Median Age

39.7

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

40K-2%

Median Income

$64,904+29%

Median Home Value

$268,800+49%

Poverty Rate

12.8%-15%

Unemployment

7.4%-24%

Economics

Median Rent

$898/mo

Poverty Rate

12.8% -10% vs avg

Unemployment 7.4%

Bachelor's Degree+ 26.5%

Work From Home 9.7%

Public Transit 0.8%

Population

White 70.9%

Two or More Ethnicities 21.4%

African American 0.5%

Asian 0.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

35.4%

Obesity

33.9%

Short Sleep Duration

31.3%

Physical Inactivity

27.2%

Current Smoking

16.4%

Frequent Mental Distress

16.3%

Frequent Physical Distress

14.6%

Binge Drinking

14.2%

Diabetes

12.4%

Lack of Health Insurance

11.7%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 60.9%

Annual Checkup 66.9%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

10.9%

Coronary Heart Disease

7.6%

Stroke

3.9%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

1/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

SAGEWEST HEALTH CARE

RIVERTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Riverton 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 Riverton, WY? ▼

Riverton, WY has a population of 39,533 people, located in Fremont County, Wyoming.

What is the median household income in Riverton? ▼

The median household income in Riverton, WY is $64,904 per year. The poverty rate is 12.8%.

What is the median home value in Riverton? ▼

The median home value in Riverton, WY is $268,800. Median rent is $898/month.

What are the top health concerns in Riverton? ▼

The top health indicators in Riverton include High Blood Pressure (35.4%), Obesity (33.9%), Short Sleep Duration (31.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Riverton? ▼

Riverton has 1 hospital with an average rating of 1/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Riverton? ▼

The median age in Riverton, WY is 39.7 years. 26.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Riverton, WY is located in Fremont County, Wyoming. With a population of 40K and a median household income of $64,904, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 1/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Riverton 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 (Fremont 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.