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Wyoming · best for remote workers · #1 of 50 states

Best Cities for Remote Workers in Wyoming

Wyoming ranks #1 of 50 for remote workers, with a remote workers score of 83.6. Ranchettes is its best city for remote workers at 65.0.

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#1 city in WY for remote workers
Ranchettes65.0
Remote Workers score out of 100
Wyoming, all states
#1 of 50
Population
5,949
Open Ranchettes →
Cost of living
92.7
BEA RPP · 100 = avg
Broadband
89.9%
Households subscribed · Census ACS
Work from home
9.7%
Census ACS
Tax burden
5.79%
% of income
Outdoor score
96/100
Parks + trails + land

Why Wyoming Works for Remote Workers

Wyoming ranks #1 out of 50 for remote workers — one of the best environments in the country for location-independent professionals. Remote work fundamentally changes the relocation calculus: when your salary comes from elsewhere, what matters is how far it stretches locally and how good daily life feels. On that front, Wyoming's cost-of-living index of 92.7 is well below the national average — a remote worker earning a coastal salary here gains significant purchasing power.

The moderate work-from-home rate of 9.7% suggests growing but not yet dominant remote work adoption. Broadband subscriptions reach 89.9% of households, below the 50-state average — check service at a specific address, especially in rural areas. One of Wyoming's strongest selling points for remote workers is outdoor access — with a score of 96/100, there's no shortage of parks, trails, and public land for mid-day breaks and weekend adventures.

The tax environment is favorable at 5.79% of income, letting remote workers keep more of their earnings. Housing affordability (score: 77/100) is a clear advantage — the typical home is worth $371,854, a manageable ratio for most remote salaries.

All 20 Cities Ranked for Remote Workers

#  CityGradeRemote Workers scoreOverallAffordabilityEconomyPopulation
1RanchettesA65.065.064755,949
2CheyenneB+61.059.5725965,239
3GilletteB+60.560.4805933,431
4JacksonA+60.170.9397310,756
5Green RiverB+59.859.9804311,581
6EvanstonB59.656.5813611,800
7CasperB59.057.6785458,839
8CodyB+58.160.1743310,276
9LaramieB+58.061.1785232,234
10DouglasB+56.359.781426,420
11PowellB55.457.281256,503
12WorlandC+55.155.786254,794
13Rock SpringsC+55.153.1813023,127
14RawlinsC+54.153.985268,129
15SheridanC+53.355.5772419,285
16BuffaloB52.356.878244,572
17LanderC+50.555.078357,432
18TorringtonC49.952.583116,182
19South GreeleyF46.640.680194,631
20RivertonD46.245.8821810,856

City remote workers scores use each city's own data, with the category weights rescaled over the categories the city has; outdoor access has no city-level measure and is left out.

Compare: States with Similar Remote Workers Rankings

  • South DakotaRemote Workers score 83.3#2
  • IdahoRemote Workers score 80.2#3
  • MontanaRemote Workers score 76.6#4
  • North DakotaRemote Workers score 73.2#5

Also See: Wyoming for Other Lifestyles

  • FamiliesFamilies score 86.8#2
  • RetireesRetirees score 85.6#1
  • Young ProfessionalsYoung Professionals score 67.5#8
  • Small BusinessSmall Business score 77.9#6
  • Outdoor EnthusiastsOutdoor Enthusiasts score 95.0#1

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wyoming a good state for remote workers?

Wyoming ranks #1 out of 50 for remote workers with a persona-weighted score of 83.6/100. Its strongest relevant category is Outdoor Access (96/100) and its weakest is Growth (43/100).

What is the best city for remote workers in Wyoming?

Ranchettes ranks #1 in Wyoming for remote workers with a score of 65.0/100, followed by Cheyenne and Gillette.

What factors are most important for remote workers in Wyoming?

Rankings weighted toward affordable cost of living, strong economy, outdoor access, livability, low taxes, and safe communities — what remote workers prioritize when choosing where to live.