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Medicine Bow, WY Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$110/mo
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$30/mo
$20/mo
$60/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $900/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1200/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1600/mo |
| Median Home Price | $280,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.85% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $800 |
The housing market in Medicine Bow is relatively small and affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes available for purchase or rent. Rentals are often quickly snatched up by students and staff from the nearby university. Home prices have been steadily increasing due to the town’s growing popularity as a rural retreat.
Cost of Living
92
-8% below national average
105
88
95
$800
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.85% |
| <p>State 4% + County 1% + City 1%</p> | |
Wyoming has no state income tax, making it an attractive location for individuals and businesses looking to minimize their tax burden
Family & Relocation
70
7.2/10
$800/mo
City Pulse
Medicine Bow has limited public transportation, but its compact downtown area is easily walkable and stroller-friendly, with wide sidewalks and minimal traffic
- Medicine Bow Museum
- Medicine Bow National Forest
- Lake DeSmet
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📰 Live Local News
Medicine Bow has ordinances regulating outdoor burning, animal control, and zoning to preserve the town’s character and natural environment
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📊 Medicine Bow — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
During the winter months, utility costs in Medicine Bow can increase significantly due to heating needs, with residents often relying on electric heat pumps or propane. In contrast, summer months see lower utility bills, as the town's high elevation and dry climate keep cooling demands relatively low.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 82329 has a property tax millage rate of 12.5 mills, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
8/10, with wide sidewalks, minimal traffic, and accessible parks, but limited elevator access in older buildings and some uneven pavement
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