Opal, WY is a small rural town located in Sweetwater County. It has a population of only around 101 people according to the most recent census data. Despite being such a small community, Opal, WY is ranked highly on the BestPlaces rankings list. This ranking includes metrics like cost of living, crime rates, education level and quality of life for residents. Opal performs well in all categories due to its low crime rate and relatively high quality of life afforded by its rural setting. The cost of living in the town is also quite affordable when compared to other towns of similar size. All this combined makes Opal one of the best places to live in Sweetwater County and across Wyoming as a whole.
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