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Cost of living in Weston County, WY

Estimated monthly cost
$2,533/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 6,835 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $795 31%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $466 18%
Groceries $332 13%
Transport $250 10%
Energy $150 6%
Water $60 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Weston County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$790
per month
1 bedroom
$795
per month
2 bedroom
$1,040
per month
3 bedroom
$1,305
per month
4 bedroom
$1,710
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Weston County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$87,545
per year
Individual earnings
$38,575
per year
Per capita
$41,745
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Weston County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$214,000
Annual property tax
$1,460

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Weston 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 Weston County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
14.9%

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 Weston 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 Weston County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
26.6 min
Drive alone
68.0%
Public transit
5.9%
Work from home
5.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Weston County

What it costs to live in Weston County each month.

Single person
$2,533
per month
  • Rent $795
  • Energy $150
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $332
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $466
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,157
per month
  • Rent $1,040
  • Energy $180
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $550
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,103
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,553
per month
  • Rent $1,305
  • Energy $225
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $835
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,103
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Weston County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Weston County?

In Weston County, WY, a one-bedroom apartment averages $795 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,040 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,305 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Weston County?

In Weston County, WY, the average household income is $87,545 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $38,575 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Weston County?

The estimated cost of living in Weston County, WY is approximately $2,533 per month for a single person, $4,157 for a couple, $6,553 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Weston County?

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

Is Weston County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Weston County, WY would need approximately $2,533 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $87,545 per year ($7,295 per month). Weston County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Weston County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Weston County, WY is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 14.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Weston County?

The average home value in Weston County, WY is $214,000, with average annual property taxes of $1,460, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Weston 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