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Medicine Bow, Wyoming

town · Carbon County

At a glance

442
Population
$74,600
Median home value (all homes)
75% below U.S. median
$193,859
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$529/mo
Median rent
61% below U.S. median
$72,500
Median household income
8% below U.S. median
13 min
Average commute
71.1%
Homes with broadband
0%
Locations with fiber available
5.2%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 74 — 26% below the national average. how it's computed

Housing58% below
Goods & services4% below
Utilities15% above
Taxes71% below
Insurance17% below
Commute cost52% below
For business: Wyoming is CBII band 3/5 · time to build band 1/5. See state page for the breakdown.

Living here

Nearest 4-year college52 mi
Nearest community college51 mi
Nearest technical college89 mi
High school graduates90.9%
College graduates9.1%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

county Carbon County Economic Development Corp
The Carbon County Economic Development Corporation helps businesses grow and expand in Carbon County by supporting startups and expanding businesses, identifying growth opportunities, finding real estate, providing information, and connecting entrepreneurs with community leaders and government agencies.
state Wyoming Business Council
The Wyoming Business Council is the state economic development agency focused on leading economic growth in order to support business success, build resilient communities, and create opportunities for people to thrive. It supports strong communities so businesses can compete and families can stay together, working alongside local leaders, businesses, and communities in building strong, sustainable economies through innovative programs, resources, and partnerships.
State sales taxYes
State income taxNone
Right-to-work stateYes

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