Buffalo, WY vs Riverton, WY

Riverton is moderately more affordable than Buffalo, with a 14.5% lower cost of living index. Buffalo scores 87 compared to 76 for Riverton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Buffalo can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Buffalo is $1,066/month compared to $885/month in Riverton — a 21% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Riverton is more affordable at $204,900 median vs $272,300.

Median household income in Buffalo is $61,813 compared to $56,280 in Riverton (+9.8%). The higher salaries in Buffalo partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Buffalo spend roughly 20.7% of their income on rent, more than the 18.9% in Riverton.