US ZIP Code
82839

Ranchester, WY

Sheridan County  ·  Wyoming

● Active
👥 1,421 Population ↑ 8% since 2019
💰 $58,138 Median HH Income
▼ 24% below avg ↓ 5% since 2019
🎂 38.8 Median Age ↑ 11% since 2019
🏠 $374,200 Median Home Value
▲ 34% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019
🎓 43.8% College Grads
▲ 13% above avg
📊 1.2% Unemployment
▼ 76% below avg ↓ 21% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code82839
CityRanchester
StateWyoming (WY)
CountySheridan County
Area Code307
Elevation3,704 ft
Latitude44.960639
Longitude-107.171384
TimezoneDenver (DST)
FIPS56033
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 48.4% (688) Female 51.6% (733) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 94.9%Hispanic: 1.1%Other: 1.6%Race
White94.9%
Hispanic1.1%
Other1.6%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
5%
5–17
24%
18–24
7%
25–44
23%
45–64
21%
65+
16%

Key Indicators

Median Age38.8 yrs ↑ 11% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.52
Below Poverty10.3% ≈ Avg
College Grads43.8% ▲ 13% above avg
Unemployment1.2% ▼ 76% below avg
No HS Diploma2 (0.2%)
HS Graduate347 (39.4%)
Some College75 (8.5%)
Associates71 (8.1%)
Bachelors106 (12%)
Graduate Degree280 (31.8%)

Education

No HS: 0.2%HS Grad: 39.4%Some College: 8.5%Associates: 8.1%Bachelors: 12%Graduate: 31.8%Edu
No HS0.2%
HS Grad39.4%
Some College8.5%
Associates8.1%
Bachelors12.0%
Graduate31.8%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 83.4%Renter: 16.6%Tenure
Owner83.4%
Renter16.6%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
1%
$50k–100k
5%
$100k–150k
2%
$150k–200k
9%
$200k–300k
20%
$300k–500k
32%
Over $500k
31%

Financials

Median HH Income$58,138 ▼ 24% below avg ↓ 5% since 2019
Median Home Value$374,200 ▲ 34% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio6.4x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$765/mo ↓ 21% since 2019
Total Units578
Vacant Units13
Avg HH Size2.52

Income Distribution

Under $25k
23%
$25k–50k
20%
$50k–75k
21%
$75k–100k
8%
$100k–150k
17%
$150k–200k
7%
Over $200k
3%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
85%
Public Transit
1%
Walked
2%
Work From Home
13%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
19%
15–30 min
65%
30–45 min
5%
Over 45 min
11%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
2%
1940s–1950s
2%
1960s–1970s
13%
1980s–1990s
25%
2000+
59%

Summary

Total Units578
Vacant13
Owner Occupied83.4%
Renter Occupied16.6%
Avg HH Size2.52
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 82839 is in Ranchester, WY, in Sheridan County.
ZIP code 82839 is located in Wyoming (WY).
ZIP code 82839 is in Sheridan County, WY.
ZIP 82839 observes the Denver timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 82839 is 1,421 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 82839 is $58,138 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 82839 is $374,200 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 82839

ZIP code 82839 is located in Ranchester, Wyoming, within Sheridan County. With a population of 1,421, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.8 years. Economically, 82839 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $58,138 is below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 82839 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $374,200 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $765 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 83.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.

The population of 82839 is primarily White (94.86%). Residents are well-educated — 43.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.3%. Household income has declined by 5% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 82839 stands at 1.2%, which is well below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.

Overall, ZIP code 82839 in Ranchester, WY is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,421 residents, a median household income of $58,138, and a median home value of $374,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wyoming.