⚡ Featured Deal

Essentials for Your New Home

🛒 Shop This Deal Now

As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Tier 3 Location

Cora, 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 Index105 (+5% above national average)

Family Score7/10

Median Home$380,000

📷 Live Cameras — Cora

Live · refreshing...

🌤️ Live Weather — Cora

Loading weather...

⚠️ Natural Hazard History — Cora

Loading hazard data...

💰 Budget Calculator

🔌 Utilities

🏠 Housing

📊 Cost of Living

💰 Taxes

👨‍👩‍👧 Families

🧮 Tools

Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$130/mo

Lower Valley Energy

🔥 Gas

—

N/A - Electric only

💧 Water

$50/mo

Sublette County Rural Water System

🗑️ Garbage

$30/mo

Sublette County Solid Waste Disposal

📶 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	$380,000
Property Tax Rate	0.61%
Avg Childcare/mo	$1200

The housing market in Cora is relatively small, with limited inventory and a high demand for homes. Rentals are scarce, and prices are rising due to the area’s popularity. New developments are underway to meet the growing need for housing.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

105

US national avg = 100

vs National Avg

+5% above national average

Groceries

105

Transportation

Healthcare

110

Childcare/mo

$1200

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

$1200/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend

+2% (growing)

Political Climate

Red

Business Momentum

Moderate, with key industries in tourism, agriculture, and energy

Top Local Concerns

Affordable housing, traffic management, environmental conservation

🚌 Transit for Families

Public transit is limited, but sidewalks and parks are stroller-friendly

🎡 Top Kid Attractions

🎯
Bridger-Teton National Forest
🎯
National Elk Refuge
🎯
Jackson Hole Children's Museum

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The area around the town center is popular for families, with easy access to schools, parks, and amenities. The surrounding rural areas offer a more secluded and peaceful environment, with larger properties and stunning views.

Household Budget Calculator

Estimate your real monthly cost of living in Cora based on your household profile.

📰 Live Local News

Strict zoning laws and environmental regulations are in place to preserve the area’s natural beauty and wildlife

Financial Tools

Calculators

Income Tax CalculatorEstimate take-home pay by state
Mortgage CalculatorMonthly payment estimator
Affordability CalculatorHow much home can you afford?
Childcare Cost EstimatorCompare daycare costs by city

Planning Tools

Retirement PlannerRetirement readiness check
Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
Savings CalculatorGrow your emergency fund
City Comparison ToolCompare cities side by side

Find Another City Guide

Search by city name or ZIP code to find utility costs, housing data and cost of living guides.

📊 Cora — Census & Demographic Data

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

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

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