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Cost of living in Washakie County, WY

Estimated monthly cost
$2,540/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 7,708 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $711 28%
Federal tax $487 19%
Healthcare $480 19%
Groceries $332 13%
Transport $320 13%
Energy $150 6%
Water $60 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Washakie 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
$1,464
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Washakie County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$62,648
per year
Individual earnings
$39,826
per year
Per capita
$36,030
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Washakie County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$188,600
Annual property tax
$1,321

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Washakie 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 Washakie County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
12.4%

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 Washakie 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 Washakie County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
12.7 min
Drive alone
75.2%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
8.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Washakie County

What it costs to live in Washakie County each month.

Single person
$2,540
per month
  • Rent $711
  • Energy $150
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $332
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $487
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,712
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $180
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $550
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $695
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,217
per month
  • Rent $1,307
  • Energy $225
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $835
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $695
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Washakie County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Washakie County?

In Washakie 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 Washakie County?

In Washakie County, WY, the average household income is $62,648 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $39,826 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Washakie County?

The estimated cost of living in Washakie County, WY is approximately $2,540 per month for a single person, $3,712 for a couple, $6,217 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Washakie County?

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

Is Washakie County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Washakie County, WY would need approximately $2,540 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $62,648 per year ($5,221 per month). Washakie County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Washakie County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Washakie County, WY is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 12.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Washakie County?

The average home value in Washakie County, WY is $188,600, with average annual property taxes of $1,321, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Washakie 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