| ZIP Code | 82839 |
|---|---|
| City | Ranchester |
| State | Wyoming (WY) |
| County | Sheridan County |
| Area Code | 307 |
| Elevation | 3,704 ft |
| Latitude | 44.960639 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -107.171384 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 56033 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.8 yrs ↑ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.52 |
| Below Poverty | 10.3% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 43.8% ▲ 13% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.2% ▼ 76% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 347 (39.4%) |
| Some College | 75 (8.5%) |
| Associates | 71 (8.1%) |
| Bachelors | 106 (12%) |
| Graduate Degree | 280 (31.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
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 Ratio | 6.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $765/mo ↓ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 578 |
| Vacant Units | 13 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 578 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 13 |
| Owner Occupied | 83.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 16.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
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.