What are the schools like in Wheatland, WY?

Wheatland is served primarily by Platte County School District #1. The district operates 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.4:1.

What is the median household income in Wheatland?

The median household income in Wheatland, WY is $53,627 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 1.8%.

What is the weather like in Wheatland, WY?

Wheatland has an average high temperature of 43.3°F in January and 90.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 39.9 inches.

Wheatland, WY Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Wheatland, WY affordable or expensive?

Wheatland's cost of living index is 94, where 100 represents the national average. This means Wheatland is 6% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $223,300 and the median rent is $699 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Wheatland, WY?

Crime rate data for Wheatland is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Wheatland, WY a Good Place to Live?

Wheatland is a small town of 3,575 in Wyoming, with a median household income of $53,627 and a 1.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 94 (US average = 100), which is 6% below the national average.

Strengths: Wheatland stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B-), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Wheatland is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Wheatland city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 93.8

Wheatland's overall cost of living index is 93.8, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Wheatland costs roughly 6% less than the average American city.

Metric	Wheatland, WY	National Avg
Median Home Value	$223,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$699	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	65.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$53,627	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Wheatland is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Wheatland is served primarily by Platte County School District #1. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Wheatland, WY	National Avg
School District	Platte County School District #1	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	20.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Wheatland sees average highs of 43.3°F in January and 90.3°F in July, with 14.1 inches of annual precipitation and 39.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Wheatland, WY
Average High — January	43.3°F
Average High — July	90.3°F
Annual Precipitation	14.1"
Annual Snowfall	39.9"

Demographics

Metric	Wheatland, WY	National Avg
Population	3,575	—
Median Age	44.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	1.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	15.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	80.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	18.3%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	16.6%	22.2%
65 and over	22.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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Wheatland vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wheatland, WY affordable or expensive?

Wheatland's cost of living index is 94, where 100 is the national average. That makes Wheatland roughly 6% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $223,300 and median rent is $699/month.

What is the crime rate in Wheatland, WY?

Crime data for Wheatland is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Wheatland?

Public schools in Wheatland are operated by Platte County School District #1. The district has 3 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.4:1. 20.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Wheatland, WY a good place to live?

Wheatland, WY has a population of 3,575, a median household income of $53,627, and an unemployment rate of 1.8%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Wheatland?

Wheatland averages 43.3°F in January and 90.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 14.1 inches with about 39.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Wheatland?

The population of Wheatland, Wyoming is 3,575 with a median age of 44.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Wheatland?

Key numbers for living in Wheatland: cost of living index 94 (100 = US average), median home $223,300, median household income $53,627, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Wheatland side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.