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Cody, WY Utility & Living Guide

Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.

Last updated: June 26, 2026

Total Utilities$280/mo

1BR Rent$1100/mo

Sales Tax6%

COL Index108 (+8% above national average)

Family Score7/10

Median Home$340,000

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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$130/mo

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N/A - Electric only

💧 Water

$50/mo

City of Cody

🗑️ Garbage

$30/mo

City of Cody Sanitation

📶 Internet

$70/mo

Combined Average Overhead$280/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom	$1100/mo
2 Bedrooms	$1400/mo
3 Bedrooms	$2000/mo
Median Home Price	$340,000
Property Tax Rate	0.61%
Avg Childcare/mo	$900

The housing market in Cody is relatively stable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals can be scarce, especially during peak tourist season. Home prices have been steadily increasing over the past few years.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

108

US national avg = 100

vs National Avg

+8% above national average

Groceries

105

Transportation

Healthcare

102

Childcare/mo

$900

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax	6%
Property Tax Rate	0.61%
<p>State 4% + County 2% + City 0%</p>

Wyoming has no state income tax

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score

7/10

Safety Index

Higher = safer

School Rating

7.2/10

GreatSchools avg

Avg Childcare

$900/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend

+2% (growing)

Political Climate

Red

Business Momentum

Moderate, with key industries in tourism, healthcare, and retail

Top Local Concerns

Affordable housing, traffic management, public transportation

🚌 Transit for Families

Cody has limited public transportation, but the downtown area is relatively stroller-friendly with wide sidewalks and accessible shops

🎡 Top Kid Attractions

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Buffalo Bill Center of the West
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Cody Trolley Tours
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Yellowstone National Park

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The downtown area and surrounding neighborhoods, such as Beck Avenue and 17th Street, offer a mix of historic homes and modern amenities. The west side of town also has newer developments with family-friendly parks and playgrounds.

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📊 Cody — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Utility costs in Cody tend to be higher in the winter months due to heating needs, with average electric bills increasing by 20-30% from December to February. In the summer, costs are relatively stable, with some residents opting for air conditioning to combat the warm temperatures.