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Cost of living in Fremont County, WY

Estimated monthly cost
$2,470/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 39,472 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $711 29%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $417 17%
Groceries $332 13%
Transport $320 13%
Energy $150 6%
Water $60 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Fremont County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$707
per month
1 bedroom
$711
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,306
per month
4 bedroom
$1,502
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Fremont County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$64,646
per year
Individual earnings
$35,583
per year
Per capita
$32,717
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Fremont County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$252,700
Annual property tax
$1,591

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Fremont 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 Fremont County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
18.6%

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 Fremont 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 Fremont County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
17.1 min
Drive alone
75.8%
Public transit
0.4%
Work from home
9.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Fremont County

What it costs to live in Fremont County each month.

Single person
$2,470
per month
  • Rent $711
  • Energy $150
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $332
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $417
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,745
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $180
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $550
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $728
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,249
per month
  • Rent $1,306
  • Energy $225
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $835
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $728
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Fremont County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Fremont County?

In Fremont County, WY, a one-bedroom apartment averages $711 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,306 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Fremont County?

In Fremont County, WY, the average household income is $64,646 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,583 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Fremont County?

The estimated cost of living in Fremont County, WY is approximately $2,470 per month for a single person, $3,745 for a couple, $6,249 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Fremont County?

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

Is Fremont County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Fremont County, WY would need approximately $2,470 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $64,646 per year ($5,387 per month). Fremont County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Fremont County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Fremont County, WY is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 18.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Fremont County?

The average home value in Fremont County, WY is $252,700, with average annual property taxes of $1,591, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Fremont County compare to other areas?

You can compare Fremont County, WY with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Fremont County is in the Riverton, WY metro area.

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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