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Lost Springs, 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$230/mo

1BR Rent$900/mo

Sales Tax6%

COL Index92 (-8% below national average)

Family Score7/10

Median Home$280,000

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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$110/mo

Black Hills Energy

🔥 Gas

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N/A - Electric only

💧 Water

$40/mo

Town of Lost Springs Water Department

🗑️ Garbage

$20/mo

Converse County Solid Waste

📶 Internet

$60/mo

Combined Average Overhead$230/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom	$900/mo
2 Bedrooms	$1200/mo
3 Bedrooms	$1800/mo
Median Home Price	$280,000
Property Tax Rate	0.61%
Avg Childcare/mo	$800

The housing market in Lost Springs is relatively affordable, with a range of options from older homes to newer constructions. Rentals are limited but available. The town’s small size means that housing inventory can be low, but prices remain competitive.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

US national avg = 100

vs National Avg

-8% below national average

Groceries

Transportation

Healthcare

105

Childcare/mo

$800

Tax Rates

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

Wyoming has no state income tax

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score

7/10

Safety Index

Higher = safer

School Rating

7/10

GreatSchools avg

Avg Childcare

$800/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend

+2% (growing)

Political Climate

Red

Business Momentum

Moderate, with key industries including agriculture, tourism, and small manufacturing

Top Local Concerns

Economic development, infrastructure, public services

🚌 Transit for Families

Lost Springs has limited public transit, but the town is small and walkable, making it relatively accessible for families with strollers

🎡 Top Kid Attractions

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Lost Springs Park
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Converse County Fairgrounds
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Douglas Community Park

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The area around Lost Springs Park is popular with families due to its proximity to the park and community amenities. Other neighborhoods offer a mix of older and newer homes, with varying levels of walkability.

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Zoning laws and building codes are in place to preserve the town’s character and manage growth

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📊 Lost Springs — Census & Demographic Data

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

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Utility costs in Lost Springs fluctuate seasonally, with higher electricity bills in the summer due to air conditioning and higher propane costs in the winter for heating. However, the town's relatively mild climate means that these fluctuations are less extreme than in other parts of the country.