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Reliance, WY Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$130/mo
—
$50/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
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 Reliance is relatively affordable, with a range of options from apartments to single-family homes. However, the market can be competitive, especially for rentals. New developments are being built to accommodate the growing population.
Cost of Living
97
-3% below national average
105
88
110
$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
60
7.2/10
$900/mo
City Pulse
Reliance has limited public transportation options, but the town is relatively small and walkable, with some stroller-friendly sidewalks and parks
- Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area
- Sweetwater County Fairgrounds
- Reliance Park
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Reliance has regulations regarding zoning, building permits, and environmental conservation
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- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
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📊 Reliance — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Reliance tend to be higher in the winter months due to heating needs, with average electricity bills increasing by 20-30% from December to February. In contrast, summer months see lower utility bills, with average electricity bills decreasing by 10-20% from June to August.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 82943 has a property tax millage rate of 0.6%, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, with explanation: Reliance has some stroller-friendly sidewalks and parks, but the town's infrastructure is not entirely geared towards families with young children, with some areas lacking elevator access and other amenities.
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