Cost of living in Wyoming

In Wyoming, United States, a single person typically needs around $2259 per month including rent. A family of four may spend about $5060 monthly.

How expensive is Wyoming compared to other cities?

Compared to the European benchmark, Wyoming is 58% more expensive overall.

How does Wyoming compare to your city?

Wyoming is 44% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in Wyoming is, on average, 44% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in Wyoming?

Who is Wyoming a good fit for?

Wyoming tends to fit higher-income residents who can comfortably absorb housing costs. It can be challenging on a moderate budget, mainly due to rent and utilities.

FAQ

Why is Wyoming so expensive?

The primary reason for Wyoming's high cost of living is the significant expense associated with rent and utilities, which greatly impacts overall affordability.

Is food expensive in Wyoming?

Yes, food costs are 25% higher than the European benchmark, contributing to the overall expense of living.

Is public transport affordable in Wyoming?

Public transport is relatively affordable, being 28% lower than the European benchmark, making it a viable option for residents.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
2259 $
Without Rent
801 $
Rent & Utilities
1458 $
Food
594 $
Transport
54 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
4308 $
GDP per Capita
81,695 $
Freedom Index
8.39
Lifespan
77 years
Speak English
96%
Population
76.5K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 17.8 $
Dinner 66.8 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 10.7 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 5.84 $
Capuccino 4.86 $
Coke, 330ml 2.54 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 0.88 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 3.11 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.56 $
Eggs, 12 pack 3.32 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 14.6 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 10.6 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 14.9 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 5.39 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.41 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.68 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.96 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.27 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.99 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 1.71 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 2.34 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 14.1 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 1.79 $
Cigarette pack 9.04 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 1.87 $
Monthly Pass 49.3 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 0.91 $
Taxi, 8 km 18.8 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 131 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 6.64 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 4.88 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 3.61 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 2.02 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 83 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 127 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 59.5 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 1,229 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 2,075 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 1,661 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 2,767 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 2,283 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 2,185 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 4,308 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.47%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 33 $
Cinema, 1 seat 11.4 $
Haircut 16.6 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 83.4 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 58 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 1,028 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 20,178 $

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Wyoming vs San Jose (San Jose is 45% less expensive) Wyoming vs Limon (Limon is 47% less expensive) Wyoming vs Liberia (Liberia is 60% less expensive) Wyoming vs Alajuela (Alajuela is 45% less expensive) Wyoming vs Puntarenas (Puntarenas is 43% less expensive) Wyoming vs Cartago (Cartago is 57% less expensive) Wyoming vs Heredia (Heredia is 45% less expensive) Wyoming vs Tamarindo (Tamarindo is 25% less expensive) Wyoming vs Santa Teresa (Santa Teresa is 42% less expensive)
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Wyoming vs Guatemala City (Guatemala City is 56% less expensive) Wyoming vs Mixco (Mixco is 72% less expensive) Wyoming vs Coban (Coban is 60% less expensive) Wyoming vs Quetzaltenango (Quetzaltenango is 66% less expensive) Wyoming vs Jalapa (Jalapa is 60% less expensive) Wyoming vs San Miguel Petapa (San Miguel Petapa is 60% less expensive) Wyoming vs Momostenango (Momostenango is 61% less expensive) Wyoming vs Mazatenango (Mazatenango is 61% less expensive) Wyoming vs Flores (Flores is 62% less expensive) Wyoming vs Panajachel (Panajachel is 65% less expensive)
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