Cost of Living in Powell

Powell's cost of living centers on a real, genuinely affordable picture: rent runs well below the national average, and Wyoming's tax structure adds meaningful further savings.

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Rent runs genuinely affordable

Powell's average rent ran approximately $795/month in July 2026 -- one source framed this as running approximately 60% below the national average.

Moderate housing costs

Powell's median home sale price ran $390,000 in 2026, modestly below the $408,776 national comparison figure this dataset cites.

Wyoming's tax structure adds further savings

Wyoming levies no state individual income tax at all, and Powell's combined sales tax rate runs a modest 5.0% (4.0% state + 1.0% Park County).

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Last reviewed: 2026-09-02. Independent research; not financial, tax, or legal advice -- confirm current figures with a local professional before making a decision.