Median Age
37 Years
Largest Age Group
10-19 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
29%
Over 65
16%
Evanston
Evanston, WY Area Guide
Avg Rent
$865
Population
13,225
Renter Mix
32% Rent
Wyoming’s small town gives plenty of outdoor adventure
Outdoors
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Nature
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Suburban
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Relaxed
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Quiet
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Evanston is a small city located on the west edge of Wyoming. The area feels suburban and has sunny weather the majority of the year since the elevation is over 6,000 feet above sea level. The Evanston community lives an active, healthy lifestyle and enjoys spending their time outdoors exploring Mother Nature. Go to hometown favorite Bear River State Park, a 324-acre park with breathtaking overlooks and a plethora of activities. This natural area has space for archery, camping, geocaching, boating, fishing, horseback riding, and more. Bear Meadows Park is another popular area featuring sports facilities, exercise stations, and an amphitheater. In the winter, Evanston has a variety of ice ponds for ice skating and fishing as well.
The Evanston community is tiny, but families and friends bond at unique annual and special events. Cheer on your favorite pup at the International Pedigree Stage Stop Sled Dog Race. One of the biggest events is the Uinta County Fair based right inside town. This six-day event features 4-H competitions, livestock shows, horse pulls, concerts, balloon artists, and ventriloquists. If you’re looking for a home in the Cowboy State filled with outdoor adventures, Evanston may be the place for you.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$66,587
Average: $70,218
Education
2,023
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
6,761
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Evanston has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
32%
Non-Renters
68%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
10%
Other Education
90%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Evanston, WY is $669 for a studio, $865 for one bedroom, $892 for two bedrooms, and $976 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Evanston has decreased by -7.0% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$865/month
771 Sq Ft
Townhome
$911/month
0 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Evanston, WY is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
308 Students
Public
Grades K-5
198 Students
Uinta Meadows Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
441 Students
North Evanston Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
308 Students
Public
Grades K-5
289 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
304 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
322 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
747 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Bear River State Park
Top Apartments in Evanston
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.