Moving from Lisbon to Cheyenne (2026)

Cheyenne has a COL index of 88 vs 63 for Lisbon (100 = US average). Expect to pay about 41% more for the same lifestyle.

Pay ~$1,500 more/mo
on rent + taxes ยท $75K salary baseline

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Key differences

COL index
63 โ†’ 88
100 = US avg
1BR rent
$1,400 โ†’ $1,150
per month
State tax
20% โ†’ None
income tax
COL difference
63 โ†’ 88
41% more expensive

Salary needed in Cheyenne to match your Lisbon lifestyle

Based on the 41% cost of living increase between the two cities.

Your salary in LisbonEquivalent in Cheyenne
$40K$56,320
$50K$70,400
$60K$84,480
$75K$105,600
$80K$112,640
$100K$140,800
$120K$168,960
$150K$211,200

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Save ~$289/moon core expenses at $75K

Monthly budget at $75K โ€” Lisbon vs Cheyenne

ExpenseLisbonCheyenne
Monthly take-home$3,491$4,741
1BR rent$1,400$1,150
Groceries$380$365
Transport$150$35
Utilities$90$148
Internet$35$68
Left after essentials$1,436$2,975

30-Year Wealth Builder

If you invest your monthly savings of $289 in a low-cost index fund (7% avg return), you'd accumulate an extra:

$352,572

over 30 years compared to staying in Lisbon โ€” that's the real price of a city.

$289/mo invested

Frequently asked questions

Is Cheyenne cheaper than Lisbon?

No. Cheyenne has a cost of living index of 88 vs 63 for Lisbon (100 = US average). That's about 41% more expensive.

How much will I save moving from Lisbon to Cheyenne?

On a $75K salary, moving from Lisbon to Cheyenne saves roughly $1,500/month on core expenses. That's ~$18,000/year.

What salary do I need in Cheyenne to match my Lisbon lifestyle?

To maintain the same purchasing power as $75,000 in Lisbon, you'd need roughly $105,600/year in Cheyenne. This is based on the overall COL index difference.

Estimates based on Q1 2026 COL index and market data. Budget uses simplified federal/state tax rates. Zillow ยท BLS ยท Numbeo ยท For general guidance only