Gillette, WY vs Green River, WY

Gillette, WY and Green River, WY have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.5% difference in their overall index. Gillette scores 81 while Green River scores 81 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Gillette is $922/month compared to $912/month in Green River — a 1% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Green River is more affordable at $255,600 median vs $257,200.

Median household income in Gillette is $90,699 compared to $85,399 in Green River (+6.2%). While Gillette is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Gillette spend roughly 12.2% of their income on rent, less than the 12.8% in Green River.