Wheatland, WY

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Wheatland Overview

3,575
TOTAL POPULATION
1,818
MALE POPULATION
1,757
FEMALE POPULATION
103.47
MALES / 100 FEMALES
96.64
FEMALES / 100 MALES
44.6
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$36,033
PER CAPITA INCOME
$95,332
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$53,627
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
19.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
80.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,593
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
51.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Wheatland Zip Codes

Wheatland Area Codes

Race in Wheatland

The most populous races in Wheatland are White / Caucasian (2,879 | 80.5%), Two or more Races (684 | 19.1%), and Hispanic or Latino (532 | 14.9%).
Race in Wheatland
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American40.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino53214.9%
Native / Alaskan60.2%
White / Caucasian2,87980.5%
Two or more Races68419.1%
Some other Race20.1%
Total3,575100.0%

Ancestry in Wheatland

The most populous ancestries reported in Wheatland are German (993 | 27.8%), English (504 | 14.1%), Swedish (244 | 6.8%), Irish (218 | 6.1%), and Dutch (152 | 4.3%), together accounting for 59.1% of all Wheatland residents.
Ancestry in Wheatland
Ancestry# Population% Population
American1454.1%
Arapaho60.2%
Canadian1173.3%
Cherokee320.9%
Danish651.8%
Dutch1524.3%
Eastern European792.2%
English50414.1%
European712.0%
French551.5%
German99327.8%
Greek30.1%
Irish2186.1%
Italian922.6%
Mexican1253.5%
Norwegian531.5%
Scandinavian30.1%
Scotch-Irish882.5%
Scottish812.3%
Slovene160.4%
Swedish2446.8%
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Immigrants in Wheatland

Immigrants in Wheatland
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Wheatland

Sex and Age in Wheatland

The most populous age groups in Wheatland are 15 to 19 Years (226 | 12.4%) for men and 40 to 44 Years (176 | 10.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in Wheatland
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years73 (4.0%)63 (3.6%)
5 to 9 Years52 (2.9%)54 (3.1%)
10 to 14 Years33 (1.8%)70 (4.0%)
15 to 19 Years226 (12.4%)36 (2.1%)
20 to 24 Years32 (1.8%)95 (5.4%)
25 to 29 Years181 (10.0%)120 (6.8%)
30 to 34 Years187 (10.3%)87 (5.0%)
35 to 39 Years103 (5.7%)107 (6.1%)
40 to 44 Years155 (8.5%)176 (10.0%)
45 to 49 Years111 (6.1%)145 (8.3%)
50 to 54 Years99 (5.4%)75 (4.3%)
55 to 59 Years96 (5.3%)136 (7.7%)
60 to 64 Years130 (7.1%)120 (6.8%)
65 to 69 Years113 (6.2%)86 (4.9%)
70 to 74 Years112 (6.2%)107 (6.1%)
75 to 79 Years48 (2.6%)96 (5.5%)
80 to 84 Years37 (2.0%)41 (2.3%)
85 Years and over30 (1.7%)143 (8.1%)
Total1,818 (100.0%)1,757 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Wheatland

Median Family Size in Wheatland

The median family size in Wheatland is 2.86 persons per family, with married-couple families (714 | 85.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.99 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (92 | 11.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 1.84 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Wheatland
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple714 (85.8%)2.99
Single Male/Father26 (3.1%)2.65
Single Female/Mother92 (11.1%)1.84
Total Families832 (100.0%)2.86

Median Household Size in Wheatland

The median household size in Wheatland is 2.04 persons per household, with single male/father households (26 | 1.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.27 persons per household. non-family households (872 | 51.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.12 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Wheatland
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple714 (41.9%)3.08
Single Male/Father26 (1.5%)3.27
Single Female/Mother92 (5.4%)2.30
Non-family872 (51.2%)1.12
Total Households1,704 (100.0%)2.04

Household Size by Marriage Status in Wheatland

Out of a total of 1,704 households in Wheatland, 832 (48.8%) are family households, while 872 (51.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 411, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 743.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Wheatland
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-743 (43.6%)
2-Person Households411 (24.1%)129 (7.6%)
3-Person Households149 (8.7%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households205 (12.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households67 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total832 (48.8%)872 (51.2%)

Female Fertility in Wheatland

Fertility by Age in Wheatland

Average fertility rate in Wheatland is 25.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 63.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Wheatland
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years19 (100.0%)63.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total19 (100.0%)25.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Wheatland

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Wheatland
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Wheatland

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Wheatland
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree19 (100.0%)59.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total19 (100.0%)25.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Wheatland

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Wheatland
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Wheatland

Income Overview in Wheatland

Per Capita Income in Wheatland is $36,033, while median incomes of families and households are $95,332 and $53,627 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income3,575$36,033
Median Family Income832$95,332
Mean Family Income832$92,702
Median Household Income1,704$53,627
Mean Household Income1,704$75,318
Income Deficit832$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)3,57519.68%
Wage / Income Gap ($)3,57580.32¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3,5750.47

Earnings by Sex in Wheatland

Average Earnings in Wheatland are $43,129, $50,041 for men and $40,195 for women, a difference of 19.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Wheatland
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male945 (51.9%)$50,041
Female875 (48.1%)$40,195
Total1,820 (100.0%)$43,129

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Wheatland

The most common earnings brackets in Wheatland are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (148 | 15.7%) and $40,000 to $44,999 for women (181 | 20.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Wheatland
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less34 (3.6%)14 (1.6%)
$2,500 to $4,99933 (3.5%)48 (5.5%)
$5,000 to $7,4994 (0.4%)13 (1.5%)
$7,500 to $9,999122 (12.9%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)60 (6.9%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)70 (8.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4998 (0.9%)57 (6.5%)
$17,500 to $19,9992 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49926 (2.8%)17 (1.9%)
$22,500 to $24,99933 (3.5%)65 (7.4%)
$25,000 to $29,99956 (5.9%)81 (9.3%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,99953 (5.6%)10 (1.1%)
$40,000 to $44,99942 (4.4%)181 (20.7%)
$45,000 to $49,99958 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,99991 (9.6%)32 (3.7%)
$55,000 to $64,999148 (15.7%)69 (7.9%)
$65,000 to $74,99942 (4.4%)13 (1.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99977 (8.2%)103 (11.8%)
$100,000+116 (12.3%)42 (4.8%)
Total945 (100.0%)875 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Wheatland

Average earnings in Wheatland are $50,907 for men and $42,718 for women, a difference of 16.1%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $52,212, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $20,962. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $70,000, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $39,375.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Wheatland
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$20,962$0
High School Diploma$52,212$0
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$50,907$42,718

Family Income in Wheatland

Family Income Brackets in Wheatland

According to the Wheatland family income data, there are 211 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 25.4% of all families. Conversely, the $25,000 to $34,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 10 families (1.2%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Wheatland
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000212.5%
$10,000 to $14,999111.3%
$15,000 to $24,999657.8%
$25,000 to $34,999101.2%
$35,000 to $49,99911814.2%
$50,000 to $74,99913616.3%
$75,000 to $99,99916620.0%
$100,000 to $149,99921125.4%
$150,000 to $199,999101.2%
$200,000+8410.1%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Wheatland

4-person families (205 | 24.6%) account for the highest median family income in Wheatland with $96,250 per family, while 2-person families (511 | 61.4%) have the highest median income of $34,910 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Wheatland
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families511 (61.4%)$69,821
3-Person Families68 (8.2%)$71,136
4-Person Families205 (24.6%)$96,250
5-Person Families48 (5.8%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total832 (100.0%)$95,332

Family Income by Number of Earners in Wheatland

Family Income by Number of Earners in Wheatland
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners123 (14.8%)$52,679
1 Earner390 (46.9%)$70,341
2 Earners298 (35.8%)$97,280
3+ Earners21 (2.5%)$0
Total832 (100.0%)$95,332

Household Income in Wheatland

Household Income Brackets in Wheatland

With 285 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Wheatland, accounting for 16.7% of all households. In contrast, only 66 households (3.9%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Wheatland
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00021612.7%
$10,000 to $14,999663.9%
$15,000 to $24,99917610.3%
$25,000 to $34,999784.6%
$35,000 to $49,99924014.1%
$50,000 to $74,99928516.7%
$75,000 to $99,99918210.7%
$100,000 to $149,99924414.3%
$150,000 to $199,999684.0%
$200,000+1488.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in Wheatland

The median household income in Wheatland is $53,627, with the highest median household income of $69,208 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 474 households (27.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 22 households (1.3%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Wheatland
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years22 (1.3%)$0
25 to 44 Years639 (37.5%)$61,766
45 to 64 Years474 (27.8%)$69,208
65+ Years569 (33.4%)$32,550
Total1,704 (100.0%)$53,627

Poverty in Wheatland

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Wheatland

With 16.1% poverty level for males and 5.8% for females among the residents of Wheatland, 25 to 34 year old males and 55 to 64 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 122 males (35.5%) and 36 females (14.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Wheatland
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years31 (27.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years122 (35.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years26 (10.4%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years28 (13.8%)7 (3.2%)
55 to 64 Years15 (7.0%)36 (14.1%)
65 to 74 Years38 (16.9%)22 (12.1%)
75 Years and over23 (21.7%)34 (13.5%)
Total283 (16.1%)99 (5.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Wheatland

According to the poverty statistics in Wheatland, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Wheatland
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years73 (100.0%)49 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years52 (100.0%)54 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years33 (100.0%)70 (100.0%)
15 Years113 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years82 (72.6%)22 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years32 (100.0%)109 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years222 (64.5%)207 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years223 (89.6%)283 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years175 (86.2%)211 (96.8%)
55 to 64 Years199 (93.0%)220 (85.9%)
65 to 74 Years187 (83.1%)159 (87.8%)
75 Years and over83 (78.3%)218 (86.5%)
Total1,474 (83.9%)1,602 (94.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Wheatland

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Wheatland show that 4.5% or 32 of the total 714 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 7.0%, comprising of 32 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Wheatland
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children426 (93.0%)32 (7.0%)
1 or 2 Children208 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total682 (95.5%)32 (4.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Wheatland

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Wheatland
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Wheatland

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Wheatland
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children32 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total32 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Wheatland

Employment by Class of Employer in Wheatland

Among the 1,542 employed individuals in Wheatland, private company employees (845 | 54.8%), not-for-profit organizations (243 | 15.8%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (237 | 15.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Wheatland
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees84554.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)23715.4%
Not-for-profit Organizations24315.8%
Local Government Employees17111.1%
State Government Employees463.0%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,542100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Wheatland

According to the labor force statistics for Wheatland, out of the total population over 16 years of age (3,117), 51.1% or 1,593 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.8% or 29 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 94.0% or 404 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 45 to 54 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 6.9% or 28 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Wheatland
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years14 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years32 (25.2%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years201 (66.8%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years242 (88.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years432 (79.9%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years404 (94.0%)28 (6.9%)
55 to 59 Years71 (30.6%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years141 (56.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years45 (10.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over12 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,593 (51.1%)29 (1.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Wheatland

According to labor force statistics for Wheatland, 73.5% of individuals (1,491) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,028) are in the labor force, with 1.9% or 28 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 82.4% or 695 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.0% or 28 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Wheatland
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School26 (16.5%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma443 (79.1%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree695 (82.4%)34 (4.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher327 (70.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,491 (73.5%)39 (1.9%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Wheatland

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wheatland are Management (461 | 29.4%), Community & Social Service (111 | 7.1%), Education Instruction & Library (77 | 4.9%), Computers, Engineering & Science (42 | 2.7%), and Education, Arts & Media (34 | 2.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Wheatland

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wheatland, the most male-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (74.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (71.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Wheatland
OccupationMaleFemale
Management190 (41.2%)271 (58.8%)
Business & Financial19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science12 (28.6%)30 (71.4%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 54 (48.6%)57 (51.3%)
Education, Arts & Media34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library20 (26.0%)57 (74.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)275 (43.4%)358 (56.6%)
Total (Overall)882 (56.3%)684 (43.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Wheatland are Cleaning & Maintenance (117 | 7.5%), Food Preparation & Serving (47 | 3.0%), Security & Protection (14 | 0.9%), and Firefighting & Prevention (14 | 0.9%).
Services Occupations in Wheatland

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Wheatland
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)47 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance79 (67.5%)38 (32.5%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)79 (44.4%)99 (55.6%)
Total (Overall)882 (56.3%)684 (43.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Wheatland are Office & Administration (163 | 10.4%), and Sales & Related (148 | 9.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Wheatland

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Wheatland
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related50 (33.8%)98 (66.2%)
Office & Administration40 (24.5%)123 (75.5%)
Total (Category)90 (28.9%)221 (71.1%)
Total (Overall)882 (56.3%)684 (43.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Wheatland are Construction & Extraction (174 | 11.1%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (40 | 2.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Wheatland

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Wheatland
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction168 (96.6%)6 (3.5%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)208 (97.2%)6 (2.8%)
Total (Overall)882 (56.3%)684 (43.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Wheatland are Transportation (171 | 10.9%), and Production (59 | 3.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Wheatland

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Wheatland
OccupationMaleFemale
Production59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation171 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)230 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)882 (56.3%)684 (43.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Wheatland

Employment Industries in Wheatland

The major employment industries in Wheatland include Construction (446 | 28.5%), Accommodation & Food Services (293 | 18.7%), Educational Services (147 | 9.4%), Finance & Insurance (144 | 9.2%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (120 | 7.7%).
Employment Industries in Wheatland

Employment Industries by Sex in Wheatland

The Wheatland industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (74.2%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), Public Administration (100.0%), and Finance & Insurance (91.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Wheatland
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction291 (65.2%)155 (34.7%)
Manufacturing34 (53.1%)30 (46.9%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade38 (32.5%)79 (67.5%)
Transportation & Warehousing49 (74.2%)17 (25.8%)
Utilities58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance12 (8.3%)132 (91.7%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services58 (39.5%)89 (60.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance47 (39.2%)73 (60.8%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services208 (71.0%)85 (29.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Total882 (56.3%)684 (43.7%)

Education in Wheatland

School Enrollment in Wheatland

The most common levels of schooling among the 617 students in Wheatland are high school (262 | 42.5%), elementary school (106 | 17.2%), and middle school (103 | 16.7%).
School Enrollment in Wheatland
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool569.1%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School10617.2%
Middle School10316.7%
High School26242.5%
College / Undergraduate325.2%
Graduate / Professional589.4%
Total617100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Wheatland

Out of a total of 617 students who are enrolled in schools in Wheatland, 13 (2.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 604 (97.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 13 (18.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 56 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Wheatland
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds56 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old106 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds103 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds248 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds58 (81.7%)13 (18.3%)
25 to 34 Year Olds19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total604 (97.9%)13 (2.1%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Wheatland

Education (184 | 28.8%), business (99 | 15.5%), science & technology (88 | 13.8%), bio, nature & agricultural (78 | 12.2%), and arts & humanities (69 | 10.8%) are the most common fields of study among 638 individuals in Wheatland who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Wheatland
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural7812.2%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences253.9%
Engineering304.7%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology8813.8%
Business9915.5%
Education18428.8%
Literature & Languages172.7%
Liberal Arts & History487.5%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities6910.8%
Total638100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Wheatland

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Wheatland

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Wheatland are males with 2 vehicles (345, accounting for 40.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (311, making up 50.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Wheatland
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle250 (29.1%)104 (15.2%)
2 Vehicles345 (40.2%)311 (45.5%)
3 Vehicles193 (22.5%)165 (24.1%)
4 Vehicles11 (1.3%)23 (3.4%)
5 or more Vehicles59 (6.9%)81 (11.8%)
Total858 (100.0%)684 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Wheatland

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Wheatland are less than 5 minutes (648 commuters, 42.0%), 5 to 9 minutes (427 commuters, 27.7%), and 30 to 34 minutes (141 commuters, 9.1%).
Commute Time in Wheatland
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes64842.0%
5 to 9 Minutes42727.7%
10 to 14 Minutes875.6%
15 to 19 Minutes915.9%
20 to 24 Minutes00.0%
25 to 29 Minutes110.7%
30 to 34 Minutes1419.1%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes100.6%
45 to 59 Minutes714.6%
60 to 89 Minutes191.2%
90 or more Minutes372.4%

Commute Time by Sex in Wheatland

The most common commute times in Wheatland are less than 5 minutes (312 commuters, 36.4%) for males and less than 5 minutes (336 commuters, 49.1%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Wheatland
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes312 (36.4%)336 (49.1%)
5 to 9 Minutes229 (26.7%)198 (28.9%)
10 to 14 Minutes87 (10.1%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes58 (6.8%)33 (4.8%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes11 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes90 (10.5%)51 (7.5%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes10 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes14 (1.6%)57 (8.3%)
60 to 89 Minutes12 (1.4%)7 (1.0%)
90 or more Minutes35 (4.1%)2 (0.3%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Wheatland

The most frequent times of departure to work in Wheatland are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (202, 23.5%) for males and 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (204, 29.8%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Wheatland
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM60 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM104 (12.1%)19 (2.8%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM202 (23.5%)204 (29.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM159 (18.5%)16 (2.3%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM71 (8.3%)50 (7.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM37 (4.3%)193 (28.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM12 (1.4%)35 (5.1%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM17 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM20 (2.3%)38 (5.6%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM122 (14.2%)36 (5.3%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM44 (5.1%)65 (9.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM10 (1.2%)28 (4.1%)
Total858 (100.0%)684 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Wheatland

Occupancy by Ownership in Wheatland

Of the total 1,704 dwellings in Wheatland, owner-occupied units account for 1,113 (65.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 591 (34.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Wheatland
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,11365.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units59134.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,704100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Wheatland

Occupancy by Household Size in Wheatland
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household74343.6%
2-Person Household54031.7%
3-Person Household1498.7%
4+ Person Household27216.0%
Total Housing Units1,704100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Wheatland

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Wheatland
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household315 (42.4%)428 (57.6%)
2-Person Household409 (75.7%)131 (24.3%)
3-Person Household149 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household240 (88.2%)32 (11.8%)
Total Housing Units1,113 (65.3%)591 (34.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Wheatland

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Wheatland
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
High School Diploma434 (63.9%)245 (36.1%)
College/Associate Degree369 (55.2%)299 (44.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher310 (92.5%)25 (7.5%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Wheatland

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Wheatland
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years39523.2%
35 to 44 Years26615.6%
45 to 54 Years19311.3%
55 to 64 Years28116.5%
65 to 74 Years25515.0%
75 to 84 Years1679.8%
85 Years and Over1478.6%
Total1,704100.0%

Housing Finances in Wheatland

Median Income by Occupancy in Wheatland

Median Income by Occupancy in Wheatland
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,113 (65.3%)$91,141
Renter-Occupied591 (34.7%)$24,886
Average1,704 (100.0%)$53,627

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Wheatland

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Wheatland
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00021 (1.9%)28 (4.7%)
$5,000 to $9,99925 (2.2%)142 (24.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99966 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99932 (2.9%)60 (10.2%)
$20,000 to $24,99916 (1.4%)67 (11.3%)
$25,000 to $34,99935 (3.1%)44 (7.4%)
$35,000 to $49,999168 (15.1%)72 (12.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999172 (15.4%)112 (19.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999182 (16.4%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999206 (18.5%)38 (6.4%)
$150,000 or more190 (17.1%)28 (4.7%)
Total1,113 (100.0%)591 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Wheatland

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Wheatland
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300134 (12.0%)60 (10.2%)
$300 to $499273 (24.5%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79984 (7.5%)260 (44.0%)
$800 to $999218 (19.6%)171 (28.9%)
$1,000 to $1,499189 (17.0%)66 (11.2%)
$1,500 to $1,999165 (14.8%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49929 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99921 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,113 (100.0%)591 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Wheatland

Housing Structures in Wheatland

Housing Structures in Wheatland
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,09564.3%
Single Unit, Attached402.4%
2 Unit Apartments482.8%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments905.3%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments804.7%
Mobile Home / Other35120.6%
Total1,704100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Wheatland

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Wheatland
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached947 (86.5%)148 (13.5%)
Single Unit, Attached40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments16 (33.3%)32 (66.7%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)90 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)80 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other110 (31.3%)241 (68.7%)
Total1,113 (65.3%)591 (34.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Wheatland

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Wheatland
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms50 (4.5%)82 (13.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms185 (16.6%)327 (55.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms418 (37.6%)169 (28.6%)
8 or more Rooms460 (41.3%)13 (2.2%)
Total1,113 (100.0%)591 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Wheatland

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Wheatland
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas923 (82.9%)381 (64.5%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas47 (4.2%)40 (6.8%)
Electricity129 (11.6%)131 (22.2%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels14 (1.3%)39 (6.6%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,113 (100.0%)591 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Wheatland

Household Vehicle Usage in Wheatland
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle37 (3.3%)60 (10.2%)
1 Vehicle213 (19.1%)305 (51.6%)
2 Vehicles415 (37.3%)215 (36.4%)
3 or more Vehicles448 (40.3%)11 (1.9%)
Total1,113 (100.0%)591 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Wheatland

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Wheatland

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units611502
Median Property Value$217,800$227,500
Median Household Income$47,750$115
Monthly Housing Costs$452$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,385$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Wheatland

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Wheatland
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00041 (6.7%)8 (1.6%)
$50,000 to $99,99981 (13.3%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999264 (43.2%)411 (81.9%)
$300,000 to $499,999175 (28.6%)83 (16.5%)
$500,000 to $749,99929 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more21 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total611 (100.0%)502 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Wheatland

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Wheatland
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00046 (7.5%)8 (1.6%)
$10,000 to $24,999114 (18.7%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99935 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999124 (20.3%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99951 (8.4%)44 (8.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999105 (17.2%)121 (24.1%)
$100,000 to $149,99961 (10.0%)77 (15.3%)
$150,000 or more75 (12.3%)145 (28.9%)
Total611 (100.0%)502 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Wheatland

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Wheatland
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x123 (20.1%)108,625 (21,638.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x48 (7.9%)243 (48.4%)
3.0x to 3.9x99 (16.2%)98 (19.5%)
4.0x or more341 (55.8%)99 (19.7%)
Total611 (100.0%)502 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Wheatland

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Wheatland
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800110 (18.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499225 (36.8%)70 (13.9%)
$800 to $1,499250 (40.9%)122 (24.3%)
Total611 (100.0%)502 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Wheatland

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wheatland

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wheatland
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years136 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years307 (65.2%)164 (34.8%)
19 to 25 Years165 (79.3%)43 (20.7%)
26 to 34 Years173 (36.8%)297 (63.2%)
35 to 44 Years224 (42.1%)308 (57.9%)
45 to 54 Years344 (81.7%)77 (18.3%)
55 to 64 Years423 (90.0%)47 (10.0%)
65 to 74 Years406 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older358 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,536 (73.0%)936 (27.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Wheatland

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Wheatland
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born136 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen307 (65.2%)164 (34.8%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen165 (79.3%)43 (20.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Wheatland

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Wheatland
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000356 (71.3%)143 (28.7%)
$25,000 to $49,999385 (73.9%)136 (26.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999375 (76.2%)117 (23.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999164 (28.9%)404 (71.1%)
$100,000 and over1,254 (90.2%)136 (9.8%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wheatland

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wheatland
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 664 (47.1%)86 (63.2%)
6 to 18 Years82 (17.4%)239 (50.7%)
19 to 25 Years62 (29.8%)165 (79.3%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)173 (36.8%)
35 to 44 Years26 (4.9%)198 (37.2%)
45 to 54 Years35 (8.3%)316 (75.1%)
55 to 64 Years68 (14.5%)358 (76.2%)
65 to 74 Years406 (100.0%)278 (68.5%)
75 Years and over358 (100.0%)178 (49.7%)
Total1,101 (31.7%)1,991 (57.3%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Wheatland

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Wheatland
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)75 (23.7%)
35 to 64 Years189 (28.4%)136 (18.0%)
65 to 74 Years64 (28.4%)5 (2.8%)
75 Years and over86 (81.1%)136 (54.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Wheatland

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Wheatland: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)13 (4.1%)
35 to 64 Years99 (14.9%)34 (4.5%)
65 to 74 Years47 (20.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over86 (81.1%)32 (12.7%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Wheatland: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)13 (4.1%)
35 to 64 Years47 (7.1%)56 (7.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over23 (21.7%)32 (12.7%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Wheatland: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)62 (19.6%)
35 to 64 Years28 (4.2%)26 (3.4%)
65 to 74 Years13 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)60 (23.8%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Wheatland: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)62 (19.6%)
35 to 64 Years42 (6.3%)33 (4.4%)
65 to 74 Years28 (12.4%)5 (2.8%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)76 (30.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Wheatland: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)62 (19.6%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)14 (1.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Wheatland

Computing Device Access in Wheatland

Computing Device Access in Wheatland
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,17869.1%
Smartphone1,25873.8%
Tablet80046.9%
No Computing Device17510.3%
Total1,704100.0%

Internet Access in Wheatland

Internet Access in Wheatland
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,05762.0%
Cellular Data Only1297.6%
Satellite Internet895.2%
No Internet41024.1%
Total1,704100.0%

Wheatland Summary

Wheatland, Wyoming is a small town located in Platte County in the southeastern corner of the state. It is the county seat and the largest town in the county. The town was founded in 1868 and was named after the abundant wheat fields in the area. The population of Wheatland was 2,619 at the 2010 census.

Geography

Wheatland is located at the intersection of Interstate 25 and US Route 85. It is situated in the Laramie Plains, a region of rolling hills and grasslands. The town is located at an elevation of 4,890 feet (1,490 m). The Laramie River flows through the town and is a major source of irrigation for the surrounding area.
The climate in Wheatland is semi-arid, with hot summers and cold winters. The average annual precipitation is 13.5 inches (343 mm). The average high temperature in July is 87°F (31°C) and the average low temperature in January is 11°F (-12°C).

Economy

Wheatland’s economy is largely based on agriculture and ranching. The town is home to several large farms and ranches, as well as a number of smaller operations. The town is also home to several businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, a bank, and a few restaurants.
The town is also home to a number of government offices, including the Platte County Courthouse, the Platte County Sheriff’s Office, and the Platte County Health Department.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Wheatland was 2,619. The racial makeup of the town was 95.2% White, 0.3% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 2.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in Wheatland was $37,917, and the median income for a family was $45,938. The per capita income for the town was $18,945. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

History

Wheatland was founded in 1868 by a group of settlers from the Midwest. The town was named after the abundant wheat fields in the area. The town quickly grew and by 1872, it had become the county seat of Platte County.
In the late 19th century, the town was a major stop on the Union Pacific Railroad. The railroad brought in new settlers and businesses, and the town continued to grow.
In the early 20th century, the town was a major center for the cattle industry. The town was also home to several large ranches, including the famous Pitchfork Ranch.
In the late 20th century, the town began to diversify its economy. The town is now home to several businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, a bank, and a few restaurants. The town is also home to a number of government offices, including the Platte County Courthouse, the Platte County Sheriff’s Office, and the Platte County Health Department.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Wheatland?
Total Population of Wheatland is 3,575.
What is the Total Male Population of Wheatland?
Total Male Population of Wheatland is 1,818.
What is the Total Female Population of Wheatland?
Total Female Population of Wheatland is 1,757.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Wheatland?
There are 103.47 Males per 100 Females in Wheatland.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Wheatland?
There are 96.64 Females per 100 Males in Wheatland.
What is the Median Population Age in Wheatland?
Median Population Age in Wheatland is 44.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Wheatland
Average Family Size in Wheatland is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Wheatland
Average Household Size in Wheatland is 2.0 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Wheatland?
Per Capita income in Wheatland is $36,033.
What is the Median Family Income in Wheatland?
Median Family Income in Wheatland is $95,332.
What is the Median Household income in Wheatland?
Median Household Income in Wheatland is $53,627.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Wheatland?
Income or Wage Gap in Wheatland is 19.7%.
Women in Wheatland earn 80.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Wheatland?
Inequality or Gini Index in Wheatland is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in Wheatland?
There are 1,593 People in the Labor Forcein in Wheatland.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Wheatland?
51.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Wheatland.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Wheatland?
Unemployment Rate in Wheatland is 1.8%.