Cost of Living in Basin, WY

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10%
Overall NAT. AVG.
2%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
37%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Basin Wyoming National
Cost of living90100100
Groceries102101100
Health care10398100
Housing63102100
Transportation102100100
Utilities107103100
Lifestyle & Entertainment9898100
Household Items10099100
Education & Childcare10397100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Basin is 10% lower than the Wyoming average
  • The cost of living in Basin is 10% lower than the national average
  • Basin housing is 37% lower than the national average
  • Wyoming general sales tax is 22% lower than the national average
  • Wyoming state income tax is 100% lower than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$77,277$6,440$1,803$2,319
      Renters$35,015$2,918$817$1,051

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      Wyoming 4% 6%

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      Basin, WY1,473909.7%

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      Basin, WY1,473909.7%
      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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