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Cost of living in Niobrara County, WY

Estimated monthly cost
$2,497/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 2,415 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $729 29%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $426 17%
Groceries $332 13%
Transport $320 13%
Energy $150 6%
Water $60 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Niobrara County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$725
per month
1 bedroom
$729
per month
2 bedroom
$954
per month
3 bedroom
$1,309
per month
4 bedroom
$1,569
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Niobrara County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$48,987
per year
Individual earnings
$36,131
per year
Per capita
$36,676
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Niobrara County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$194,200
Annual property tax
$731

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Niobrara 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 Niobrara County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
8.5%

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 Niobrara 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 Niobrara County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
15.3 min
Drive alone
75.0%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
15.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Niobrara County

What it costs to live in Niobrara County each month.

Single person
$2,497
per month
  • Rent $729
  • Energy $150
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $332
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $426
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,515
per month
  • Rent $954
  • Energy $180
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $550
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $477
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,001
per month
  • Rent $1,309
  • Energy $225
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $835
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $477
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Niobrara County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Niobrara County?

In Niobrara County, WY, a one-bedroom apartment averages $729 per month, a two-bedroom averages $954 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,309 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Niobrara County?

In Niobrara County, WY, the average household income is $48,987 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,131 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Niobrara County?

The estimated cost of living in Niobrara County, WY is approximately $2,497 per month for a single person, $3,515 for a couple, $6,001 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Niobrara County?

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

Is Niobrara County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Niobrara County, WY would need approximately $2,497 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $48,987 per year ($4,082 per month). Niobrara County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Niobrara County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Niobrara County, WY is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 8.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Niobrara County?

The average home value in Niobrara County, WY is $194,200, with average annual property taxes of $731, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Niobrara 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