Teton County Tops Wyoming Cost of Living Index

Wyoming's statewide inflation rose to 3.9% in the second quarter of 2026, up from 3.4% last quarter, according to the state's cost of living index.

Updated on Nov. 5, 2026 in Inflation

Teton County Tops Wyoming Cost of Living Index

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The Wyoming Economic Analysis Division released its Cost of Living Index for the second quarter of 2026, showing statewide inflation rising to 3.9% from 3.4% the prior quarter. Teton County ranked highest among Wyoming counties, with costs about 77% above the statewide average.

Why it matters

The rise in statewide inflation signals that everyday expenses are climbing faster for Wyoming residents, with housing, transportation and apparel leading the increases. The gap between Teton County and the rest of the state highlights how sharply living costs can vary across Wyoming.

Statewide housing prices rose 4.5%, transportation 4.3% and apparel 4.0% year over year, while food prices rose 2.7%. The index does not address what is driving these increases.

The players

Wyoming Economic Analysis Division

The state agency within the University of Wyoming that produces economic data and analysis on Wyoming's economy.

The details

The index compares each county's cost of living to the statewide average and is built from price data collected in 28 cities and towns across Wyoming. Lincoln County ranked second at 113, followed by Laramie County at 105 and Sheridan and Sublette counties at 102.

Q2 2025: Prior-year baseline period used for year-over-year comparisons.
Q4 2025: Previous Wyoming Cost of Living Index report was released.
Q2 2026: Current index covering the second quarter was released.

Market Landscape

The Wyoming Cost of Living Index tracks county-level price differences within a single state, which helps show how inflation affects rural and resort communities differently. The latest quarter extends this series by showing statewide inflation accelerating from 3.4% to 3.9%.

Households in Wyoming face rising costs for housing, transportation and apparel, with statewide inflation now at 3.9%. Residents in Teton County face costs roughly 77% above the statewide average, making budgeting especially difficult there.

The takeaway

Tracking quarterly cost of living data by county can help Wyoming households compare their local expenses against the statewide average. Reviewing housing and transportation costs first can reveal where budgets are most exposed to inflation.