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Thermopolis, Wyoming Population, Hospitals, Airports, and Schools

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Thermopolis, Wyoming is a small town located in the Big Horn Basin of northern Wyoming. The town has a population of 3,000 people and is nestled in the foothills of the Big Horn Mountains. It is known for its hot springs, which are the largest mineral hot springs in the world.

Thermopolis was founded in 1883 and was named after Greek meaning “hot city” due to its abundance of hot springs. The warm water from these springs made it an ideal place for settlers to live and provided them with many opportunities to farm and ranch.

The town boasts a variety of attractions including Hot Springs State Park which houses the world’s largest mineral hot spring pool. Visitors can enjoy swimming in the warm waters or take a dip in one of several other nearby pools. There are also hiking trails, picnic areas, and wildlife watching opportunities at Hot Springs State Park.

The town also features numerous museums such as the Museum of the American West which displays artifacts from early settlers and Native Americans who lived in this area before settlement began. Other attractions include Rainbow Terraces, which feature colorful calcium-rich travertine terraces that have been forming since prehistoric times; Wind River Canyon National Recreation Area; and Thermopolis Dinosaur Museum where visitors can learn about prehistoric life by viewing fossilized bones and prints left behind by dinosaurs that roamed this area millions of years ago.

The town has a range of activities for visitors to enjoy such as golfing at either Hot Springs Country Club or Thermopolis Golf Course; fishing on either Wind River or Boysen Reservoir; rock climbing at nearby Sinks Canyon State Park; horseback riding at nearby ranches; camping at any one of several campgrounds around town; or simply soaking up some sun on one of Thermopolis’ many beaches along the Big Horn River.

Thermopolis may be small, but it has plenty to offer visitors looking for an authentic western experience with its unique history, natural beauty, outdoor recreation opportunities, cultural attractions, and more! Whether you’re looking for a relaxing weekend getaway or an adventurous outdoor escape, Thermopolis is sure to provide you with an unforgettable experience.

Population: 3,172. Estimated population in July 2024: 2,905 (-8.4% change)
Males: 1,496 (47.2%), Females: 1,676 (52.8%)

Hot Springs County

Zip code: 82443

Demographics

Median resident age: 43.5 years
Median household income: $29,205
Median house value: $78,100

Population by Race

Races in Thermopolis:

  • White Non-Hispanic (94.4%)
  • American Indian (2.6%)
  • Hispanic (2.3%)
  • Two or more races (1.2%)
  • Other race (0.5%)

Ancestries: German (24.4%), English (20.7%), Irish (15.5%), United States (7.7%), Scottish (5.1%), Norwegian (4.7%).

Elevation: 4325 feet

Land area: 2.4 square miles

Map of Thermopolis, WY

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Thermopolis

  • High school or higher: 85.0%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 17.4%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 6.5%
  • Unemployed: 2.0%
  • Mean travel time to work: 13.0 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Thermopolis town

  • Never married: 16.8%
  • Now married: 61.6%
  • Separated: 1.1%
  • Widowed: 9.5%
  • Divorced: 10.9%

1.9% Foreign born

Population change in the 1990s: -98 (-3.0%).

Hospitals

Hospital/medical center in Thermopolis:

  • HOT SPRINGS COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL (150 E ARAPAHOE)

Other hospitals/medical centers near Thermopolis:

  • WASHAKIE MEDICAL CENTER (about 30 miles; WORLAND, WY)
  • RIVERTON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL (about 45 miles; RIVERTON, WY)
  • SOUTH BIG HORN COUNTY HOSPITAL-CAH (about 61 miles; GREYBULL, WY)

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Thermopolis:

  • WORLAND MUNI (about 28 miles; WORLAND, WY; Abbreviation: WRL)
  • RIVERTON REGIONAL (about 45 miles; RIVERTON, WY; Abbreviation: RIW)
  • YELLOWSTONE REGIONAL (about 82 miles; CODY, WY; Abbreviation: COD)

Other public-use airports nearest to Thermopolis:

  • HOT SPRINGS CO-THERMOPOLIS MUNI (about 2 miles; THERMOPOLIS, WY; Abbreviation: THP)
  • SHOSHONI MUNI (about 29 miles; SHOSHONI, WY; Abbreviation: 49U)
  • SOUTH BIG HORN COUNTY (about 60 miles; GREYBULL, WY; Abbreviation: GEY)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Thermopolis:

  • CASPER COLLEGE (about 143 miles; CASPER, WY; Full-time enrollment: 2,564)
  • MONTANA STATE UNIVERSITY-BILLINGS (about 145 miles; BILLINGS, MT; Full-time enrollment: 3,105)
  • UNIVERSITY OF WYOMING (about 214 miles; LARAMIE, WY; Full-time enrollment: 9,665)
  • MONTANA STATE UNIVERSITY-BOZEMAN (about 231 miles; BOZEMAN, MT; Full-time enrollment: 10,380)
  • RICKS COLLEGE (about 241 miles; REXBURG, ID; Full-time enrollment: 8,670)
  • UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY (about 290 miles; LOGAN, UT; Full-time enrollment: 16,384)
  • COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY (about 291 miles; Fort Collins, CO; Full-time enrollment: 22,684)

Schools

Public high school in Thermopolis:

  • HOT SPRINGS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL (Students: 263; Location: 331 PARK; Grades: 09 – 12)

Public primary/middle schools in Thermopolis:

  • RALPH WITTERS ELEMENTARY (Students: 187; Location: 215 SPRINGVIEW; Grades: KG – 03)
  • THERMOPOLIS MIDDLE SCHOOL (Students: 156; Location: 1450 VALLEY VIEW DR.; Grades: 06 – 08)
  • LUCERNE INTERMEDIATE (Students: 93; Location: LUCERNE ROUTE; Grades: 04 – 05)
  • BIG HORN BASIN CHILDREN’S CENTER (Students: 10; Location: 250 E ARAPAHOE; Grades: KG – 12)

Libraries

Library in Thermopolis:

  • HOT SPRINGS COUNTY LIBRARY (Operating income: $107,464; Location: 344 ARAPAHOE STREET; 43,521 books; 1,118 audio materials; 367 video materials; 54 serial subscriptions)

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