Laramie, WY vs Riverton, WY

Riverton is moderately more affordable than Laramie, with a 12.4% lower cost of living index. Laramie scores 85 compared to 76 for Riverton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Laramie can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Laramie is $933/month compared to $885/month in Riverton — a 5% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Riverton is more affordable at $204,900 median vs $302,200.

Median household income in Laramie is $52,414 compared to $56,280 in Riverton (-6.9%). Riverton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Laramie spend roughly 21.4% of their income on rent, more than the 18.9% in Riverton.