Question 1

Is Gillette, WY or Riverton, WY cheaper to buy in?

Accepted Answer

Gillette, WY is cheaper. The median home price in Gillette, WY is approximately $214,100 and in Riverton, WY it is approximately $219,400 — a difference of $5,300.

Question 2

Is Gillette, WY or Riverton, WY more walkable?

Accepted Answer

Gillette, WY is more walkable. Gillette, WY has a Walk Score of 34/100 and Riverton, WY has a Walk Score of N/A/100.

Question 3

Which has better schools, Gillette, WY or Riverton, WY?

Accepted Answer

Gillette, WY has higher-rated schools. Gillette, WY has a school rating of 7.9/10 and Riverton, WY has a rating of 4.8/10.

Question 4

Should I live in Gillette, WY or Riverton, WY?

Accepted Answer

Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.

Category	Gillette, WY	Riverton, WY
Housing
Verdict	Good for now	Think twice
Median Price	$214K ✓ Lower price	$219K
Median Rent	$859	$831 ✓ Lower rent
Median Income	$77K ✓ Higher income	$58K
Price Volatility	Low ✓ More stable	Moderate
Getting Around
Walk Score	34/100 ✓ More walkable	Car-dependent
Transit Score	Minimal transit	Minimal transit
Bike Score	18/100 ✓ More bikeable	N/A
Commute	30 min	N/A
Safety & Environment
Safety Grade	B	B
Violent Crime	Low	Low
Property Crime	Moderate	Moderate
Flood Risk	Low	Low
Air Quality	Moderate	Good ✓ Cleaner air
Community
Schools	7.9/10 ✓ Better schools	4.8/10
Best for	familiesretireesremote workers	Families looking for good elementary schoolsRetirees seeking a quiet, low‑cost communityHome buyers wanting affordable property

Gillette, WY vs Riverton, WY

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