Gillette, WY Cost of Living


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Gillette cost of living score
98.2
Less expensive
1.8% lower
than the US average
0.7% higher
than the Wyoming average
Gillette, Wyoming gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 98.2, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 1.8% lower than the U.S. average and 0.7% lower than the average for Wyoming.

Gillette, WY

Housing costs in Gillette?
A typical home costs $296,800, which is 12.2% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 8.5% less expensive than the average Wyoming home, at $324,500. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Gillette costs $940 per month, which is 34.3% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 2.1% more than the state average of $920.

Can I afford Gillette?
To live comfortably in Gillette, Wyoming, a minimum annual income of $56,880 for a family, and $31,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Gillette?
The cost of living in Gillette, WY is generally considered to be very reasonable. With a median home value of around $175,000, the housing market is affordable relative to other cities in Wyoming. The median rent stands at around $750 a month and the overall cost of living index is estimated to be just over 89 which is lower than the national average. Groceries, transportation costs, and health care are all affordable in Gillette. According to BestPlaces, the median salary for jobs in Gillette is also higher than the national average making it an excellent place for those looking to make ends meet or save money while working.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesGilletteWyomingUnited States
  98.297.5100.0
  102.399.2100
  145.8145.2100.0
  96.193.5100.0
  $296,800$324,500$338,100
  89.5%94.3%100.0%
  74.477.6100.0
  99.297.4100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 3 years ago

You have to be a complete jerk to live here. These people are total losers. never been In a town where it's ok to steal and lie. the city tries to steal. Had a way too  More

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I've lived here several times - adding up to around 37 of my 45 years - and I can't wait to leave. As soon as my youngest graduates from high school I am out of here.  More

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I have lived in Gillette for the past 7 years with my family. It's a very unattractive town, as far as the geography. The nearest mountain is about 60 miles away. The  More

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