Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
19% cheaper
Cheyenne is 19% more affordable than Manchester. A $75,000 salary in Manchester is equivalent to $60,381 in Cheyenne.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
See exact take-home pay: Wyoming salaries · New Hampshire salaries
Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Cheyenne has a housing index of 85 while Manchester sits at 140 (national average = 100). The median home in Cheyenne costs $280,000 compared to $350,000 in Manchester, a difference of $70,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,100 in Cheyenne versus $1,600 in Manchester.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Cheyenne scores 98 while Manchester scores 105. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Cheyenne (100) are lower than Manchester (112).
Median household income in Cheyenne is $57,834 compared to $65,018 in Manchester. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Cheyenne.
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