Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
11% cheaper
Cheyenne is 11% more affordable than Springfield. A $75,000 salary in Springfield is equivalent to $66,589 in Cheyenne.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Cheyenne has a housing index of 85 while Springfield sits at 106 (national average = 100). The median home in Cheyenne costs $280,000 compared to $230,000 in Springfield, a difference of $50,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,100 in Cheyenne versus $1,200 in Springfield.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Cheyenne scores 98 while Springfield scores 104. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Cheyenne (100) are lower than Springfield (114).
Median household income in Cheyenne is $57,834 compared to $41,612 in Springfield. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Cheyenne.
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