Cost of Living Comparison
Cost of living varies dramatically by community. We ranked every community by cost of living index (national average = 100) so you can find communities that match your budget.
9 communities · 3 regions
Rankings
Community Comparison
| # | Community | Median Price | CoL Index | Property Tax | Sales Tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cheyenne Central Cheyenne | ~$370K | Slightly below US average; housing ~15-20% below Denver metro | ~0.58-0.61% effective rate; median annual bill ~$1,844 (below US national median of ~$2,400) | 6.00% total (4% Wyoming state + 2% Laramie County) |
| 2 | F.E. Warren AFB Central Cheyenne | Military housing — privatized via Balfour Beatty Communities (active-duty only) | — | — | — |
| 3 | Fox Farm-College North East Cheyenne | ~$285K–$425K | — | ~0.57% effective (among the lowest in the U.S.); 2025 LCCC mill levy 5 mills (4 voter + 1 trustee-approved); South Cheyenne Water and Sewer District 8 mill levy | 6.0% combined (4.0% Wyoming state + 2.0% Laramie County) |
| 4 | Ranchettes North East Cheyenne | ~$615K–$745K | — | ~0.57% effective (among the lowest in the U.S.); 2025 Laramie County mill levy 10 mills of 12 max for county general operations | 6.0% combined (4.0% Wyoming state + 2.0% Laramie County) |
| 5 | Albin South Laramie County | Limited data | — | ~0.61% effective (among the lowest in the U.S.) | 6.00% (5.00% state + 1.00% Laramie County option) |
| 6 | Burns South Laramie County | ~$335K | — | ~0.58-0.66% effective (Laramie County) | 6% (4% WY state + 2% Laramie County) |
| 7 | Carpenter South Laramie County | Limited data | — | ~0.61% effective (among the lowest in the U.S.) | 6.00% (5.00% state + 1.00% Laramie County option) |
| 8 | Pine Bluffs South Laramie County | ~$265K | — | ~0.58-0.66% effective (Laramie County) | 6% (4% WY state + 2% Laramie County) |
| 9 | South Greeley South Laramie County | ~$265K | — | ~0.58-0.66% effective (Laramie County) | 6% (4% WY state + 2% Laramie County) |
Common Questions
FAQ — Cheyenne communities
What is a cost of living index?
The cost of living index compares the overall cost of living in a location to the national average (100). A score of 110 means 10% more expensive than average.
What drives cost of living differences?
Housing is the biggest driver. Groceries, utilities, and transportation are closer to national averages in most metro areas.