Cost of Living in Johnson County, Wyoming
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Johnson County Compares
Median monthly rent comparison
Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Johnson County ranks #1,024 of 3,144 counties for affordability (top 33%)
Data Story
About Cost of Living in Johnson County, Wyoming
Johnson County Renters Face Steep Burden
Johnson County's rent-to-income ratio of 20.3% ranks among the most strained in the nation, nearly 50% higher than the national benchmark. With median household income of $63,905 against the national average of $74,755, renters here shoulder one of the sharpest affordability squeezes on record.
Least Affordable County in Wyoming
Johnson County's 20.3% rent-to-income ratio is the highest among Wyoming's eight surveyed counties, breaking sharply from the state average of 15.5%. This ranking reflects both elevated rents and lower-than-average county income, making Johnson the state's affordability crisis point.
Pricier Than Most Regional Peers
Johnson County's median rent of $1,081/month ranks second-highest among the surveyed counties and runs 15% above Wyoming's state average. Home values of $296,000 place it squarely in mid-range territory regionally, yet incomes lag, creating a painful affordability gap.
Johnson County's Affordability Crisis
Renters pay $1,081 monthly while homeowners carry $864—but the real squeeze comes from median household income of just $63,905, forcing families to allocate 20.3% to rent alone. That leaves Johnson County residents with less financial flexibility than peers statewide, stretching tight budgets further for food, healthcare, and transportation.
Johnson County: Not the Best Entry Point
If you're relocating for affordability, Johnson County presents challenges: high rents relative to local wages and the state's worst rent-to-income ratio. Compare options with neighbors like Hot Springs or Platte County before committing; the savings could be substantial.
Cost of Living Advisory: Johnson County
Affordability Verdict
Johnson County is affordable for renters, with a median gross rent of $1,081/month representing approximately 20.3% of median household income. The rent burden (GRAPI) stands at 24.0%.
Rent vs. Own
At $1,081/month rent versus $864/month in owner costs, owning is roughly $217/month cheaper — a 20% difference.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $43,240/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $37,029/year. With a median household income of $63,905, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 24.0% of renter households in Johnson County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Compared to Hot Springs County where rent averages $976/month, Johnson County is approximately 11% more expensive.
Affordability Calculator
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Rent Burden
20.3%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,491
per month
Owner Cost Burden
16.2%
of gross income
The median home in Johnson County may be a stretch
Median home value is $296,000. Estimated monthly cost: $2,363 vs. your max of $1,491.
Rent Affordability Guide
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See Today's RatesData: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023) — Informational only. Not financial or legal advice.
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