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Fremont County

Wyoming · WY

#20 in Wyoming
68
County Score

County Report Card

About Fremont County, Wyoming

Above-average livability with notable gaps

Fremont County scores 68.0, 36% higher than the national median of 50.0, placing it in the top 40% of U.S. counties. However, this masks uneven performance across dimensions, with particular weakness in health and risk management.

Below-average performer among state peers

Fremont County ranks seventh (second-lowest) among Wyoming's eight counties with a composite score of 68.0, falling 3.8 points below the state average of 71.8. Only one county ranks lower statewide.

Housing affordability anchors the profile

Fremont County offers strong housing affordability with a cost score of 80.4/100, featuring the state's second-lowest median home value ($252,700) and reasonable rent ($858/month). Low tax burden (84.6/100) complements these housing advantages.

Health and risk scores signal concern

Health score of 58.3/100 and risk score of 40.3/100 are the county's two weakest dimensions, indicating gaps in health care access or outcomes and elevated environmental or economic vulnerabilities. Income (25.6/100) also lags peer counties.

For cost-driven families accepting trade-offs

Fremont County appeals to budget-conscious households willing to accept lower health infrastructure and higher economic uncertainty in exchange for the state's lowest housing costs. It suits retirees on tight fixed incomes and remote workers indifferent to local health services.

Score breakdown

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Tax84.6Cost80.4SafetyComing SoonHealth58.3SchoolsComing SoonIncome25.6Risk40.3WaterComing Soon
🏛84.6
Property Tax
Effective property tax rate vs national benchmarks
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🏠80.4
Cost of Living
Median rent, home values, and housing affordability
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💼25.6
Income & Jobs
Median household income and per capita earnings
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Safety
Violent and property crime rates per 100K residents
❤58.3
Health
Life expectancy, uninsured rates, and health access
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Schools
Graduation rates, per-pupil spending, and attainment
⚡40.3
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

Fremont County across the ByCounty Network

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

Property Tax in Fremont County

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Fremont has Wyoming's highest tax rate

At 0.630%, Fremont County's effective tax rate is the highest statewide—though still less than three-quarters the national median of 0.85%. The median property tax of $1,591 remains well below the national median of $2,690, reflecting Wyoming's overall affordability.

Steepest effective rate in the state

Fremont County's 0.630% effective rate significantly exceeds Wyoming's state average of 0.556%, making it the least affordable county for property taxes statewide. The median tax bill of $1,591 is still just slightly below the state median of $1,666.

Substantially higher than all nearby counties

Fremont County's 0.630% rate towers above every other nearby county, from Big Horn (0.583%) to Campbell (0.550%). This makes Fremont the most expensive option for property taxes among Wyoming's northern and central regions.

Median home costs $1,591 yearly

On a median home value of $252,700, Fremont County homeowners pay approximately $1,591 in annual property taxes—about $133 per month. With mortgage-related assessments included, owners typically pay around $1,706 annually.

High rate makes appeals especially worthwhile

Given Fremont's above-average effective rate, homeowners should take extra care to verify their assessed values are fair and accurate. If your property's assessment appears high relative to comparable recent sales, filing a property tax appeal could yield significant savings.

Full property tax analysis on TaxByCounty

Cost of Living in Fremont County

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Fremont Rents Remain Accessible

Fremont County renters spend 15.9% of income on rent, slightly above the national average of roughly 13–15%, but still manageable. With a median household income of $64,646—14% below the national median of $74,755—Fremont residents face modest affordability constraints typical of rural Wyoming counties.

Slightly Above State Average

Fremont's 15.9% rent-to-income ratio sits 0.4 percentage points above Wyoming's state average of 15.5%, placing it near the middle of county affordability rankings. Rents at $858 monthly stay below the state median of $937, helping contain housing cost burdens.

Lowest Rents in the Region

Fremont's $858 monthly rent is the lowest among all eight counties, undercutting Goshen ($759) in the rental market overall. The county's $252,700 median home price ranks mid-tier among peers, offering reasonable entry points for buyers despite below-average incomes.

Modest Costs Offset Lower Incomes

Fremont renters spend $858 monthly (15.9% of $64,646 income), while homeowners pay $827—one of the lowest ownership costs statewide. The narrow gap between tenure types and low absolute housing costs make Fremont accessible across both renting and buying households.

Wyoming's Hidden Affordability Gem

Fremont County delivers exceptional value: the lowest rents among these eight counties ($858) paired with minimal homeownership costs ($827/month). If you prioritize low cost of living and don't require above-average incomes, Fremont offers some of Wyoming's best housing affordability.

Full cost of living analysis on CostByCounty

Income & Jobs in Fremont County

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Fremont significantly below U.S. median

Fremont County's median household income of $64,646 falls 13% short of the national median of $74,755, a gap of about $10,100 annually. This shortfall reflects Fremont's reliance on agriculture, tourism, and smaller employers with more limited wage scales.

Among Wyoming's lower-income counties

At $64,646, Fremont County ranks below Wyoming's state median of $73,360 by roughly $8,700, placing it in the lower third of Wyoming counties. Per capita income of $32,717 also trails the state average of $40,222.

Ranks low in regional context

Fremont's $64,646 median underperforms all comparison counties except Goshen ($64,882) and the two lowest-earning counties (Albany and Big Horn). Neighboring Carbon ($66,721) and Crook ($71,209) both earn more, highlighting Fremont's economic challenges.

Reasonable housing-to-income ratio

At 15.9%, Fremont's rent-to-income ratio remains manageable and below the 30% affordability threshold, with renters spending roughly $859 monthly. This provides adequate breathing room despite lower overall household earnings.

Strategic saving despite constraints

Fremont households can build financial security through consistent, disciplined saving despite modest incomes. Start with even $25 monthly auto-transfers to savings—consistency matters far more than size, and small habits compound into meaningful security over time.

Full income & jobs analysis on IncomeByCounty

Health in Fremont County

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Fremont County faces severe health crisis

At 70.5 years, Fremont County's life expectancy ranks dramatically below the U.S. average of 76.1 years—a gap of 5.6 years that signals a public health emergency. With 16.5% reporting poor or fair health, the county's underlying health status offers no relief from this startling mortality gap.

Wyoming's most alarming health disparities

Fremont County's 70.5-year life expectancy represents the lowest in Wyoming, trailing the state average of 77.0 years by a staggering 6.5 years. This gap dwarfs other Wyoming counties and demands urgent investigation into the social, economic, and health system factors driving such severe disparities.

Provider access cannot explain the gap

Fremont County's 81 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 281 mental health providers per 100,000 actually match or exceed several higher-performing counties, yet the life expectancy remains catastrophically low. This suggests barriers beyond provider availability—possibly involving income, substance use, or social determinants of health.

High uninsured rates compound health crisis

Fremont County's 18.4% uninsured rate—among Wyoming's highest—means 1 in 5 residents lack coverage, likely preventing early intervention in preventable diseases. Even with adequate provider numbers on paper, structural barriers to accessing and affording care may explain the county's severe health disparities.

Coverage is critical for health

With 1 in 5 Fremont County residents uninsured, getting covered is essential. Visit healthcare.gov immediately to explore Medicaid, marketplace plans, and Wyoming CHIP options available to you.

Full health analysis on HealthByCounty

Disaster Risk in Fremont County

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Fremont faces Wyoming's highest risk levels

Fremont County's composite risk score of 59.73 places it as relatively low but represents the highest in Wyoming—58% above the state average of 37.86. The county faces exceptional earthquake risk (86.16) and severe wildfire exposure (92.56).

Highest disaster risk in Wyoming

Fremont County ranks first among Wyoming's 23 counties for overall hazard exposure, driven primarily by the state's highest earthquake risk (86.16). Wildfire exposure (92.56) and above-average flood risk (66.51) compound the vulnerability.

Substantially riskier than adjacent counties

Fremont County's risk profile significantly exceeds neighboring Carbon County (42.68) and stands well above the state average. The county's exceptional earthquake exposure (86.16) distinguishes it from all other Wyoming counties.

Earthquakes and wildfires dominate Fremont's threats

Earthquake risk scores 86.16—the highest in Wyoming—reflecting the county's proximity to the Teton-Gros Ventre seismic belt. Wildfire risk (92.56) ranks among the state's most severe, and flood risk (66.51) adds significant secondary exposure.

Earthquake and wildfire insurance are essential

Fremont County residents must prioritize earthquake insurance, as the county faces exceptional seismic risk that standard policies exclude. Comprehensive wildfire coverage with explicit brush and forest protection should be verified immediately, along with flood insurance for properties in vulnerable zones.

Full disaster risk analysis on RiskByCounty

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