Pest control in Riverton, WY

Pest season in Riverton

NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the RIVERTON, WY station show an average temperature of 44°F, about 9.5 inches of precipitation a year spread over roughly 26 days with measurable rain or snow, 193 nights at or below freezing and 38 days reaching 90°F or more. Only 5 months average 50°F or more, so the outdoor insect season is short, and the long cold season (about 193 freezing nights a year) is when mice and overwintering insects most often move into buildings. Average temperatures are at or above 50°F from about May through September.

Moisture and pests

Riverton is arid, with only about 9.5 inches of precipitation a year. In dry climates, pests concentrate around sources of water and shade, such as irrigated yards, drains, utility areas and the cooler indoor spaces of a home, especially during the hottest stretches (about 38 days a year reach 90°F).

Homes and pest entry points

The median year built for housing in Riverton is 1974, and about 63% of its 4,608 housing units were built before 1980. Homes from this era often have settled foundations, aging weatherstripping and wood trim that can let pests in, and many have crawl spaces or basements worth checking for moisture. About 66% of housing units are single-family detached homes and 10% are mobile homes, whose skirting and crawl spaces are common entry points for rodents and insects.

Services most relevant in Riverton

• Rodent Controlabout 193 freezing nights a year push mice indoors
• Ant Controlabout 5 months a year average 50°F or more
• Spider Controlspiders follow the insects they feed on into garages, basements and eaves
• Wasp & Hornet Controlnests grow through the warm months (71°F in the warmest month)
• General Pest Controlone call when you are not sure what the pest is

Owners, landlords and tenants

About 55% of occupied homes in Riverton are owner-occupied and 45% are rented. Homeowners, landlords and property managers can call to be connected; tenants should usually report pest problems to their landlord or property manager first, since leases and local rules often make treatment their responsibility.

Nearby places

Riverton is in Fremont County. Places within about 30 miles include Lander (22 mi).

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau Vintage 2024 population estimates; American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year (tables B25003, B25024, B25034, B25035); 2024 Gazetteer; NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (annual and monthly).