Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
11% cheaper
Cheyenne is 11% more affordable than Atlanta. A $75,000 salary in Atlanta is equivalent to $66,589 in Cheyenne.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
See exact take-home pay: Georgia salaries · Wyoming salaries
Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Atlanta has a housing index of 113 while Cheyenne sits at 85 (national average = 100). The median home in Atlanta costs $350,000 compared to $280,000 in Cheyenne, a difference of $70,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,700 in Atlanta versus $1,100 in Cheyenne.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Atlanta scores 104 while Cheyenne scores 98. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Atlanta (101) are higher than Cheyenne (100). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Atlanta is $59,948 compared to $57,834 in Cheyenne. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Cheyenne.
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