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Cost of living in Converse County, WY

Estimated monthly cost
$2,649/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 13,759 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $770 29%
Federal tax $537 20%
Healthcare $480 18%
Groceries $332 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $150 6%
Water $60 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Converse County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$765
per month
1 bedroom
$770
per month
2 bedroom
$1,010
per month
3 bedroom
$1,279
per month
4 bedroom
$1,661
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Converse County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$79,164
per year
Individual earnings
$42,921
per year
Per capita
$38,337
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Converse County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$269,700
Annual property tax
$1,557

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Converse 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 Converse County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.6%

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 Converse 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 Converse County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
24.1 min
Drive alone
72.0%
Public transit
3.4%
Work from home
6.7%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Converse County

What it costs to live in Converse County each month.

Single person
$2,649
per month
  • Rent $770
  • Energy $150
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $332
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $537
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,060
per month
  • Rent $1,010
  • Energy $180
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $550
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $966
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,460
per month
  • Rent $1,279
  • Energy $225
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $835
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $966
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Converse County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Converse County?

In Converse County, WY, a one-bedroom apartment averages $770 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,010 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,279 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Converse County?

In Converse County, WY, the average household income is $79,164 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $42,921 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Converse County?

The estimated cost of living in Converse County, WY is approximately $2,649 per month for a single person, $4,060 for a couple, $6,460 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Converse County?

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

Is Converse County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Converse County, WY would need approximately $2,649 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $79,164 per year ($6,597 per month). Converse County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Converse County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Converse County, WY is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Converse County?

The average home value in Converse County, WY is $269,700, with average annual property taxes of $1,557, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Converse 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