Casper, Wyoming vs. Alamosa, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Alamosa, Colorado is 14.3% cheaper than Casper, Wyoming.

You would need a salary of $42,827 in Alamosa, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Casper, Wyoming.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alamosa, Colorado is cheaper than Casper, Wyoming
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
36% cheaper in Alamosa
than in Casper, Wyoming
Casper, WY vs. Alamosa, CO
Compared to Casper, Alamosa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.3% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.1% higher
  Commute
  15.8% lower
  Health
  36.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.5% lower