Cost of Living in Fox Farm-College, WY

Population 4,224 · Wyoming · Data vintage 2023

84
Cost Index
(100 = US avg)
Page updated: · Data vintage: 2023 ACS 5-Year
Sources: Census ACS·BLS·NOAA·EPA·Zillow · Methodology

Fox Farm-College's median household income of $45,917 is a meaningful share below the national figure, which shapes most of the downstream economic indicators — from housing affordability to the share of residents living below the poverty line (27% here).

Located 40 miles northeast of Fort Collins, Fox Farm-College falls within that metro's commuting orbit. Fort Collins' typical home runs $548,000 for context.

Cost Overview

Rent 84

Scale: 100 = US national average. Green < 90, Red > 110.

About the Cost of Living in Fox Farm-College

Median rent runs $1,106/month, 16% lower than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $45,917/year is 38% lower than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 3.5%, below the national average of 4.8%. Wyoming charges no state income tax, a meaningful advantage for take-home pay. The climate averages highs of 59.2°F and lows of 34.6°F, with about 62.9" of annual snowfall. Overall, Fox Farm-College has a cost of living index of 84 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 16% less expensive.

🎓

Fox Farm-College is a campus community

This Census-Designated Place covers the Fox Farm-College campus. Students and staff typically live in surrounding communities — here are the nearest cities with full cost of living data:

🏠 Housing

Median Rent
$1,106/mo
16% below avg
Property Tax Rate
0.6%
Effective rate

HUD Fair Market Rents by Bedroom

Studio
$746
1 BR
$770
2 BR
$979
3 BR
$1,307
4 BR
$1,615
Owner-occupied 55.5%
Renter-occupied 44.5%

💰 Estimated Monthly Budget

Rent median rent
$1,106
Groceries national estimate
$400
Utilities local estimate
$88
Transportation local gas prices
$126
Estimated Total $1,720/mo

Estimates based on median data and national averages. Actual costs vary.

🛒 Food & Groceries

National BLS average prices (2023). Local prices may vary.

🥚
Eggs (dozen)
$0.548
🍞
White Bread (lb)
$1.912
🥩
Ground Beef (lb)
$5.61

🚗 Transportation

Avg Commute
14.8 min
45% below avg
Gas Price
$3.145/gal
0% below avg
Work From Home
4.9%

Commute Mode

Drove alone
82.9%
Carpooled
5.6%
Walked
1.5%
Bicycle
2.9%
Work from home
4.9%

Utilities

Electricity
$0.176/kWh
0% below avg

📋 Taxes

State Income Tax (flat) None
Total Sales Tax 5.3%
State rate 4.0%
Avg local rate 1.3%
Property Tax 0.6%

💼 Income & Employment

Median Household Income
$45,917
38% below avg
Per Capita Income
$30,032
Unemployment Rate
3.5%
27% below avg
Poverty Rate
26.8%
Labor Force Participation
64.6%

🎓 Education

Bachelor's degree+ 4.7%
Graduate degree 3.1%

👥 Demographics

Median Age 28.7
Male median age 28.4
Female median age 29.5

🌤 Climate

NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals

Avg High
59.2°F
Avg Low
34.6°F
Annual Precip
15.4"
Annual Snowfall
62.9"
10° 30° 50° 70° 90° JFMAMJJASOND High Low Precip
Month JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F 404149556477848273594839
Low °F 181825314049565446342518
Precip" 0.350.520.961.792.442.162.111.521.471.000.610.48
Snow" 6.39.09.711.33.40.00.00.01.05.97.58.8

💨 Air Quality

EPA AQS 2023 — county-level monitoring data

Median AQI 45 — Good
75.3%
Good air days/yr
156
Max AQI recorded
53
PM2.5 days
304
Ozone days

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Fox Farm-College, WY?

Fox Farm-College has a cost index of 84 (100 = national average). It is 16% below the national average.

What is average rent in Fox Farm-College, WY?

The median gross rent in Fox Farm-College is $1,106 per month based on 2023 Census data.

What is the median income in Fox Farm-College?

The median household income in Fox Farm-College is $45,917 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).

What is the sales tax in Fox Farm-College, WY?

The combined state and local sales tax rate in Fox Farm-College is 5.3%. Wyoming has no state income tax.

Is Fox Farm-College, WY affordable?

Yes, Fox Farm-College is generally considered affordable, with a cost of living index of 84 — about 16% below the US national average of 100.

What is the weather like in Fox Farm-College?

Fox Farm-College has average high temperatures of 59.2°F and average lows of 34.6°F. Annual precipitation is 15.4". Average annual snowfall is 62.9". Data from NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals.

Fox Farm-College at a Glance

Population
4,224
Median Income
$45,917
Median Rent
$1,106/mo
Unemployment
3.5%
Avg High Temp
59.2°F
Sales Tax
5.3%
View all cities in Wyoming →
🗺️ County data for Wyoming

Explore county-level cost of living data