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Cost of living in Big Horn County, WY

Estimated monthly cost
$2,542/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 11,737 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $813 32%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $387 15%
Groceries $332 13%
Transport $320 13%
Energy $150 6%
Water $60 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Big Horn County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$751
per month
1 bedroom
$813
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,137
per month
4 bedroom
$1,496
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Big Horn County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$60,547
per year
Individual earnings
$33,750
per year
Per capita
$31,066
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Big Horn County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$198,200
Annual property tax
$1,156

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Big Horn County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$98
per month · 12.3¢/kWh
Natural gas
$52
per month
Annual total
$1,800
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Big Horn County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
14.6%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Big Horn County

State and local tax rates for Wyoming.

No state income tax
Wyoming does not levy a personal income tax.
State sales tax
4.0%
Combined sales tax
5.4%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Big Horn County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
18.5 min
Drive alone
76.5%
Public transit
0.5%
Work from home
8.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Big Horn County

What it costs to live in Big Horn County each month.

Single person
$2,542
per month
  • Rent $813
  • Energy $150
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $332
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $387
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,678
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $180
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $550
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $661
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,013
per month
  • Rent $1,137
  • Energy $225
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $835
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $661
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Big Horn County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Big Horn County?

In Big Horn County, WY, a one-bedroom apartment averages $813 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,137 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Big Horn County?

In Big Horn County, WY, the average household income is $60,547 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $33,750 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Big Horn County?

The estimated cost of living in Big Horn County, WY is approximately $2,542 per month for a single person, $3,678 for a couple, $6,013 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Big Horn County?

The combined sales tax rate in Big Horn County, WY is 5.36%, which includes the Wyoming state rate of 4.00% plus an average local rate of 1.36%.

Is Big Horn County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Big Horn County, WY would need approximately $2,542 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $60,547 per year ($5,046 per month). Big Horn County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Big Horn County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Big Horn County, WY is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 14.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Big Horn County?

The average home value in Big Horn County, WY is $198,200, with average annual property taxes of $1,156, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Big Horn County compare to other areas?

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources