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Riverton, WY
Riverton · Fremont County · WY 82501
Updated June 19, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$219K
Median Price
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Walk Score
4.8/10
Schools
Score Breakdown
BAffordability
78/100
BSafety
78/100
DSchools
48/100
B+Quietness
80/100
ACommute
100/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score64/100
Our Take
Riverton is a quiet, affordable small town with decent elementary schools and a strong sense of community, but it lacks basic walkability and local amenities. If you’re looking for a relaxed lifestyle and can handle a car for most errands, it could work, but the limited transit and nightlife may feel restrictive.
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The Good
- ✓Affordability – median home price below national average
- ✓Good elementary schools with solid ratings
- ✓Low traffic and quiet living environment
- ✓Close to parks and outdoor spaces
Real Talk
- !No walkable streets – you’ll need a car for most errands
- !Limited dining, nightlife, and cultural options
- !Small town vibe may feel isolating for some
- !Unclear job market and limited local employment opportunities
- $Higher transportation costs due to car dependence
- $Potential higher heating bills in winter
- $Maintenance on older homes can be unpredictable
Best For
Families looking for good elementary schoolsRetirees seeking a quiet, low‑cost communityHome buyers wanting affordable propertyPeople willing to drive for amenities
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Riverton, WY
B
Safety grade
Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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