Cost of Living in Crook County, Wyoming
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Crook County Compares
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Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Crook County ranks #286 of 3,144 counties for affordability (top 9%)
Data Story
About Cost of Living in Crook County, Wyoming
Crook Edges Below National Average
Crook County renters spend 14.8% of income on rent, just shy of the national average of roughly 13–15%, indicating reasonable affordability. The county's median household income of $71,209 is within 5% of the national median of $74,755, supporting manageable housing-cost ratios.
Above-Average Affordability for Wyoming
Crook's 14.8% rent-to-income ratio ranks below the state average of 15.5%, positioning it among Wyoming's more affordable counties. Rents at $881 monthly fall below the state median of $937, helping offset the county's below-average median income.
Modest Rents, Steeper Home Prices
Crook's $881 rent ranks favorably against most neighbors, undercutting Albany ($936), Campbell ($952), and Converse ($930). However, the median home price of $276,800 is the highest among these eight counties, making ownership less accessible despite favorable rent conditions.
Renters Advantaged; Buyers Face Headwinds
Crook renters allocate $881 monthly, representing 14.8% of the $71,209 median income—an affordable ratio. Homeowners, however, face $966 monthly payments (16.3% of income), making the ownership path steeper here than in peer counties.
Best Bet for Long-Term Renters
Crook County offers Wyoming's lowest rents relative to many neighbors, making it ideal if renting is your preference. However, prospective homebuyers should note the county's elevated property values; renters priced out of ownership elsewhere may find it challenging to transition to home ownership in Crook.
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Affordability Verdict
For renters in Crook County, the market is affordable. Expect to pay around $881/month in gross rent, with 17.0% of renter households considered cost-burdened.
Rent vs. Own
Renters in Crook County pay $881/month on average, compared to $966/month for homeowners. This market favors renters by about 9%.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $35,240/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $41,400/year. With a median household income of $71,209, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 17.0% of renter households in Crook County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Within Wyoming, Crook County is less affordable than Park County by roughly 6% ($881/mo vs $933/mo).
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Rent Burden
14.8%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,662
per month
Owner Cost Burden
16.3%
of gross income
The median home in Crook County may be a stretch
Median home value is $276,800. Estimated monthly cost: $2,210 vs. your max of $1,662.
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