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Cost of living in Platte County, WY

Estimated monthly cost
$2,604/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 8,606 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $719 28%
Federal tax $543 21%
Healthcare $480 18%
Groceries $332 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $150 6%
Water $60 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Platte County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$714
per month
1 bedroom
$719
per month
2 bedroom
$943
per month
3 bedroom
$1,136
per month
4 bedroom
$1,550
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Platte County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$66,299
per year
Individual earnings
$43,255
per year
Per capita
$37,237
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Platte County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$248,900
Annual property tax
$1,464

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Platte 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 Platte County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
22.5%

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 Platte 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 Platte County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
18.6 min
Drive alone
78.4%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
7.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Platte County

What it costs to live in Platte County each month.

Single person
$2,604
per month
  • Rent $719
  • Energy $150
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $332
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $543
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,782
per month
  • Rent $943
  • Energy $180
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $550
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $755
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,106
per month
  • Rent $1,136
  • Energy $225
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $835
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $755
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Platte County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Platte County?

In Platte County, WY, a one-bedroom apartment averages $719 per month, a two-bedroom averages $943 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,136 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Platte County?

In Platte County, WY, the average household income is $66,299 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $43,255 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Platte County?

The estimated cost of living in Platte County, WY is approximately $2,604 per month for a single person, $3,782 for a couple, $6,106 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Platte County?

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

Is Platte County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Platte County, WY would need approximately $2,604 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $66,299 per year ($5,525 per month). Platte County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Platte County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Platte County, WY is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 22.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Platte County?

The average home value in Platte County, WY is $248,900, with average annual property taxes of $1,464, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Platte 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