Total Population
861
Population
Growth Rate
-0.49%
Median Age
47
Diversity Index
17.700
Located in the beautiful Black Hills of Wyoming, Upton enjoys wide-open spaces with year-round, outdoor recreation and entertainment. It’s Upton’s can-do community, showcased by the work-ethic and well-educated population, innovative education system and planning for the future by local, regional, and state organizations, that makes Upton’s qualities unique. From events and local amenities to infrastructure and emergency services. Upton’s volunteers improve, maintain, and manage virtually all aspects of community development.
Upton boasts many year-round recreation opportunities for residents and visitors to enjoy the region. In the middle of Black Hills National Forest and Devil’s Tower National Monument, there’s something for everybody to enjoy. Locally, residents take advantage of the Cedar Pines Golf Course, city park, city pool, as well as multiple events hosted throughout the year.
Upton is consistently working to be a leader in innovation. The Upton Economic Development Board (UEDB) is actively working to provide wide variety of opportunities for business development. In addition to consistently being named the nation’s “Most Business-Friendly Tax Climate” five years running by the Tax Foundation, Wyoming provides a variety of advantages for businesses looking to relocate or expand.
Total Population
861
Population
Growth Rate
-0.49%
Median Age
47
Diversity Index
17.700
Households
397
Total Housing Units
457
Owner Occupied
324
Renter Occupied
73
Vacant
60
Median Home Value
$205,128
Average Home Value
$246,443
Income
Growth Rate
Median
Household Income
0.00%
Per Capita Income
2.52%
Median Household
$72,378 $75,854
Average Household
$86,428 $96,727
Per Capita
$39,851 $45,139
Total Businesses
60
Total Employed
476
Workers 16+
461
2025 Educational Services - Businesses
Businesses
6
Employed
195
2025 Public Administration
Businesses
6
Employed
56
2025 HealthCare / Social Assistance
Businesses
6
Employed
54
2025 Construction Businesses
Businesses
8
Employed
42
2025 Retail Trade Businesses
Businesses
7
Employed
41
2025 Wholesale Trade Businesses
Businesses
2
Employed
23
Some
High School
78
Graduated
High School
241
Associates
Degree
52
Bachelor's
Degree
71
Graduate
Degree
42
Average Commute Time
0 min.
Resident Commuters
309
Non-Resident Commuters
152
Drive Alone
380
Carpooled
19
Public
9
Work At Home
0