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Cost of living in Hot Springs County, WY

Estimated monthly cost
$2,473/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 4,618 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $711 29%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $420 17%
Groceries $332 13%
Transport $320 13%
Energy $150 6%
Water $60 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Hot Springs County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$707
per month
1 bedroom
$711
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,307
per month
4 bedroom
$1,520
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Hot Springs County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$64,375
per year
Individual earnings
$35,722
per year
Per capita
$33,942
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Hot Springs County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$214,400
Annual property tax
$1,202

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Hot Springs 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 Hot Springs County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
13.7%

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 Hot Springs 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 Hot Springs County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
13.9 min
Drive alone
73.2%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
13.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Hot Springs County

What it costs to live in Hot Springs County each month.

Single person
$2,473
per month
  • Rent $711
  • Energy $150
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $332
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $420
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,740
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $180
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $550
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $723
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,245
per month
  • Rent $1,307
  • Energy $225
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $835
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $723
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Hot Springs County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Hot Springs County?

In Hot Springs County, WY, a one-bedroom apartment averages $711 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,307 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Hot Springs County?

In Hot Springs County, WY, the average household income is $64,375 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,722 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Hot Springs County?

The estimated cost of living in Hot Springs County, WY is approximately $2,473 per month for a single person, $3,740 for a couple, $6,245 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Hot Springs County?

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

Is Hot Springs County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Hot Springs County, WY would need approximately $2,473 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $64,375 per year ($5,365 per month). Hot Springs County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Hot Springs County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Hot Springs County, WY is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 13.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Hot Springs County?

The average home value in Hot Springs County, WY is $214,400, with average annual property taxes of $1,202, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Hot Springs 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