Riverton, WY vs Sheridan, WY

Riverton is moderately more affordable than Sheridan, with a 10.5% lower cost of living index. Riverton scores 76 compared to 85 for Sheridan, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Sheridan can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Riverton is $885/month compared to $933/month in Sheridan — a 5% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Riverton is more affordable at $204,900 median vs $295,300.

Median household income in Riverton is $56,280 compared to $61,598 in Sheridan (-8.6%). The higher salaries in Sheridan partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Riverton spend roughly 18.9% of their income on rent, more than the 18.2% in Sheridan.