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Big Horn County

Wyoming · WY

#13 in Wyoming
72.1
County Score

County Report Card

About Big Horn County, Wyoming

Substantially better than the national average

Big Horn County's composite score of 72.1 exceeds the national median of 50.0 by 44%, positioning it in the top 36% of U.S. counties. The margin reflects competitive advantages in affordability, tax rates, and environmental risk management.

Among Wyoming's top-tier counties

Big Horn County scores 72.1, slightly above Wyoming's state average of 71.8, ranking fourth among the state's eight major counties. This positioning reflects balanced livability across multiple dimensions.

Housing and risk resilience stand out

Big Horn County shines with a cost score of 81.2/100, featuring the state's most affordable median home value at $198,200 and low rent at $876/month. Risk score of 68.9/100 indicates strong environmental and economic resilience, while low tax burden (85.9/100) further enhances affordability.

Income levels remain comparatively modest

The income score of 22.9/100 reveals median household earnings of $60,547, the state's lowest and well below national benchmarks. Health outcomes (63.5/100) also rank among the county's weaker dimensions, suggesting opportunities to strengthen care access.

Perfect for budget-conscious rural families

Big Horn County is ideal for families and retirees seeking maximum housing affordability and minimal tax burden without high income requirements. The strong risk resilience appeals to those prioritizing environmental stability and long-term economic sustainability in a rural setting.

Score breakdown

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Tax85.9Cost81.2SafetyComing SoonHealth63.5SchoolsComing SoonIncome22.9Risk68.9WaterComing Soon
🏛85.9
Property Tax
Effective property tax rate vs national benchmarks
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🏠81.2
Cost of Living
Median rent, home values, and housing affordability
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💼22.9
Income & Jobs
Median household income and per capita earnings
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Safety
Violent and property crime rates per 100K residents
❤63.5
Health
Life expectancy, uninsured rates, and health access
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Schools
Graduation rates, per-pupil spending, and attainment
⚡68.9
Disaster Risk
FEMA National Risk Index — flood, fire, tornado, and more
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Water Quality
EPA drinking water health violations and safety grades

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Deep Dives

Big Horn County across the ByCounty Network

Detailed analysis from 5 data dimensions — each powered by a dedicated ByCounty site.

Property Tax in Big Horn County

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Big Horn's taxes rank among America's lowest

With an effective rate of 0.583%, Big Horn County is roughly one-third the national median, making it exceptionally affordable for homeowners. The median annual property tax of $1,156 is less than half the national median of $2,690, despite homes being valued at just under the national average.

Highest tax rate in Wyoming

Big Horn County has the steepest effective tax rate among all Wyoming counties at 0.583%, though its median home values are the lowest statewide at $198,200. Despite the higher rate, the actual tax bill remains modest due to lower property valuations.

Steepest rate in northern Wyoming

Big Horn County's 0.583% effective rate tops Campbell County (0.550%), Carbon County (0.560%), and Albany County (0.573%). The higher rate reflects Big Horn's assessment practices, though the lower median home value of $198,200 keeps annual bills relatively low.

Median home pays just $1,156 yearly

On a median home value of $198,200, Big Horn County homeowners pay approximately $1,156 annually in property taxes—among the lowest in the state. The tax bill remains low even with the county's higher effective rate, thanks to generally lower property valuations.

Your assessment may be incorrect—appeal

Even in lower-value counties, properties sometimes carry assessments above their true market worth. If your property's assessed value seems inconsistent with comparable sales, an appeal could reduce your tax obligation.

Full property tax analysis on TaxByCounty

Cost of Living in Big Horn County

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Big Horn Beats National Rent Burden

Big Horn County renters spend just 17.4% of income on rent, outperforming the national average of roughly 13–15%, though still above comfortable thresholds. The county's median income of $60,547 is modestly below the national median of $74,755, yet housing costs remain relatively manageable.

Slightly Above State Average

Big Horn's 17.4% rent-to-income ratio sits 1.9 percentage points above Wyoming's state average of 15.5%, positioning it in the middle tier of county affordability. Rents average $876 monthly—virtually identical to the state median of $937—making Big Horn a fairly typical Wyoming rental market.

Competitive with Regional Peers

Big Horn's $876 rent is lower than Albany County ($936) and Campbell County ($952), but slightly above Carbon ($894) and Fremont ($858). Home prices here ($198,200) are notably affordable compared to neighbors, offering some of Wyoming's lowest homeownership entry points.

Renting and Owning Both Affordable

Big Horn residents allocate $876 monthly to rent or $750 to ownership—making this county attractive for both tenant and buyer profiles. With median income at $60,547, housing costs claim about 17% of renter budgets and 15% of owner budgets, leaving room for other household needs.

Homebuyer Haven in Wyoming

Big Horn County offers exceptional value for buyers: the $198,200 median home price is the lowest among these eight counties, paired with modest ownership costs of $750/month. For renters, costs remain slightly elevated, but the county's low home values make the jump to ownership less daunting than elsewhere in the state.

Full cost of living analysis on CostByCounty

Income & Jobs in Big Horn County

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Big Horn underperforms U.S. average

Big Horn County's median household income of $60,547 falls roughly 19% short of the national median of $74,755. Families here earn about $14,200 less annually than their U.S. counterparts, a substantial gap in take-home pay.

Among Wyoming's lower-income counties

Big Horn ranks below Wyoming's state median of $73,360 by $12,813, placing it among the state's lower-earning counties. The per capita income of $31,066 also trails the state average of $40,222, indicating both household and individual earning constraints.

Basin struggles with peer counties

Big Horn's $60,547 median trails Crook County ($71,209) to the east and Carbon County ($66,721) to the south. Only Albany County ($59,881) comes close, suggesting a northwest Wyoming income belt under pressure.

Rents are the most affordable here

Big Horn's rent-to-income ratio of 17.4% is the lowest among these eight counties, meaning renters shoulder the lightest housing burden proportionally. This advantage provides genuine breathing room for households to manage other necessities and save.

Low rents create wealth-building opportunity

When housing consumes less than 18% of income, Big Horn residents gain real capacity to invest in futures. Prioritize setting up automatic transfers to savings or investment accounts—even $50 monthly compounds meaningfully over decades.

Full income & jobs analysis on IncomeByCounty

Health in Big Horn County

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Big Horn County faces national health gap

At 76.1 years, Big Horn County's life expectancy falls 2.0 years short of the U.S. average of 76.1 years. With 15.4% of residents in poor or fair health, the county tracks slightly below the national rate, but the shorter lifespan signals underlying health challenges.

Below-average health across Wyoming

Big Horn County's 76.1-year life expectancy ranks below Wyoming's state average of 77.0 years, placing it among the state's lower-performing counties. The county's 15.4% poor/fair health rate is close to state levels, but the life expectancy gap indicates chronic challenges.

Fewest providers in the region

Big Horn County has just 34 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—the lowest in its region and well below Campbell County's 56 per 100K and Albany County's 80 per 100K. Mental health access is similarly strained at 166 providers per 100,000, less than half Albany County's 617 per 100K.

Healthcare access barriers persist

Big Horn County's 18.8% uninsured rate—the highest in Wyoming—means nearly 1 in 5 residents lack health coverage, significantly above the state average of 14.8%. The scarcity of primary care and mental health providers compounds this challenge, leaving residents with fewer options for preventive and behavioral care.

Find affordable coverage today

With nearly 1 in 5 Big Horn County residents uninsured, getting covered is urgent. Visit healthcare.gov to explore Medicaid, marketplace plans, or Wyoming CHIP before enrollment deadlines.

Full health analysis on HealthByCounty

Disaster Risk in Big Horn County

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Big Horn ranks safest in state disaster risk

Big Horn County's composite risk score of 31.14 places it in the very low category and sits below Wyoming's state average of 37.86. The county enjoys comparatively lower exposure to most natural hazards, though wildfire and earthquake risks warrant attention.

Wyoming's most resilient county overall

Big Horn ranks among the lowest-risk counties in Wyoming, with a composite score significantly below the state average. This favorable standing reflects particularly low tornado exposure (16.73) and moderate risk across other hazard categories.

Safer than most surrounding counties

Big Horn's very low risk score contrasts sharply with adjacent Campbell County (56.14) and the state average (37.86). The county's relative safety makes it an attractive option for residents concerned about natural disaster exposure.

Wildfire and earthquake pose primary concerns

Despite overall low risk, Big Horn faces wildfire exposure (61.35) and earthquake risk (61.35)—both identical and moderate. Flood risk (52.42) and particularly low tornado risk (16.73) round out the county's hazard landscape.

Focus on wildfire and earthquake preparedness

Residents should maintain adequate wildfire insurance and develop defensible space around homes, especially in forested areas. Standard homeowners policies often exclude earthquake damage, making dedicated earthquake coverage a smart consideration for Big Horn residents.

Full disaster risk analysis on RiskByCounty

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