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United States / Wyoming / No Metro Area / Park County / Powell / Zip Codes
Powell, WY is an ideal location for those seeking a balance of affordability and convenience. The cost of living is lower than the US average, with 2 bedroom rent at $890 compared to just over $1,400 on a national level. Groceries are also cheaper in Powell, with an index of 102 compared to 100 in the US. Residents have access to local businesses such as Big Horn Auto & Truck Center for vehicle maintenance and repair services, VFW Post 9259 for community support and events, and Ace Hardware for home improvement items.

Powell has an unemployment rate of 5.9%. The US average is 6.0%.

Powell has seen the job market decrease by -2.0% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 18.3%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Powell
- The Sales Tax Rate for Powell is 5.0%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Powell is 0.0%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Powell
- The average income of a Powell resident is $22,935 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Powell resident is $60,210 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyPowell, WyomingUnited States
  5.96
  -1.8%-6.2%
  18.3%33.5%
  5.0%6.2%
  0.0%4.6%
  $31,302$37,638
  $60,210$69,021
  $67,090$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  0.5%1.2%
  8.1%0.5%
  9.3%6.8%
  4.8%10.0%
  1.7%2.5%
  8.8%11.0%
  4.6%4.8%
  1.8%0.8%
  1.7%1.9%
  1.9%4.7%
  1.1%1.9%
  6.8%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  1.8%4.2%
  14.3%9.3%
  13.2%14.0%
  1.8%2.1%
  7.6%7.0%
  3.4%4.8%
  6.8%4.7%
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Born in Powell Hospital in 1944 to a farm family. Older Sister Sharon (1939) was our Linchpin. Brother Tom (Earl Thompson,1943), set high standards for all of us, and  More

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I don't know what the "median" price for a home in Powell is but, $424,000 is way off ! It could be $154,000 but, just check the real estate web sites. The only place  More

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Do not come to Powell unless you have a lot of money as there are few jobs that pay any decent wages and housing prices are going through the roof. It seems the local  More

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