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Saratoga, WY Utility & Living Guide

Saratoga is a town in Carbon County, Wyoming, United States. The population was 1,702 at the 2020 census.

Last updated: June 26, 2026

Total Utilities$280/mo

1BR Rent$1000/mo

Sales Tax6%

COL Index105 (+5% above national average)

Family Score7/10

Median Home$280,000

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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$130/mo

Carbon Power & Light

🔥 Gas

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N/A - Electric only

💧 Water

$50/mo

Town of Saratoga Water Department

🗑️ Garbage

$30/mo

Town of Saratoga Sanitation Department

📶 Internet

$70/mo

Combined Average Overhead$280/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom	$1000/mo
2 Bedrooms	$1400/mo
3 Bedrooms	$2000/mo
Median Home Price	$280,000
Property Tax Rate	0.6%
Avg Childcare/mo	$900

The housing market in Saratoga is relatively small, with a mix of older and newer homes, and some vacation properties. Rentals can be limited, especially in the winter months. Home prices have been relatively stable in recent years.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

105

US national avg = 100

vs National Avg

+5% above national average

Groceries

102

Transportation

Healthcare

100

Childcare/mo

$900

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax	6%
Property Tax Rate	0.6%
<p>State 4% + County 1% + City 1%</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

$900/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend

+2% (growing)

Political Climate

Red

Business Momentum

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

Top Local Concerns

Economic development, environmental protection, public services

🚌 Transit for Families

Saratoga has limited public transportation, but the town is relatively small and walkable, with some sidewalks and crosswalks

🎡 Top Kid Attractions

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Saratoga Lake
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Platte River
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Saratoga Hot Springs

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The downtown area and surrounding neighborhoods offer a mix of older and newer homes, with easy access to shops, restaurants, and outdoor recreation. The north side of town has some newer developments and subdivisions.

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Saratoga has regulations regarding zoning, building permits, and environmental protection

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📊 Saratoga — Census & Demographic Data

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

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Utility costs in Saratoga can fluctuate significantly by season, with higher electricity costs in the winter months due to heating, and higher water costs in the summer months due to irrigation. Residents can expect to pay around 10-20% more for utilities during the peak winter and summer months.