Costs to buy a house in Wyoming | Wyoming closing costs | Wyoming house buying calculator | Homeownership costs | How to save when buying a home in Wyoming
The average home buyer in Wyoming spends between $26,336 and $94,311 when purchasing a $339,353 home — the state median value.
Keep in mind, this is just the cost of buying a home. After you close, you'll still need to budget for all the ongoing costs of homeownership.
Luckily, Clever Real Estate can help make buying a home more affordable. Working with a Clever agent means you'll not only get great service from start to finish, but you could also be eligible for up to 0.5% cash back after closing. That's about $1,697 back on an average-priced home in Wyoming!
Average cost to buy a house in Wyoming
Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
$3,394 to $10,181 | |
$11,877 to $67,871 | |
$3,110 to $4,665 | |
$6,222 | |
$249 | |
$233 | |
$1,250 to $4,890 | |
Total | $26,336 to $94,311 |
Buyer closing costs in Wyoming
While the other costs to buy a house in Wyoming are pretty transparent, Wyoming closing costs are a bit more nuanced. They're actually a series of smaller costs lumped together into one total. Here's a breakdown of all of the Wyoming closing costs you'll likely pay when buying a home.
Closing cost | Amount |
|---|---|
Closing fee | $339 |
Recording fee | $18 |
Title service fees | $400 |
Origination fee | $1,697 |
Underwriting fee | $600 |
Discount points | $2,715 per point |
Lender's title insurance | $453 |
Owner's title insurance | Typically paid by seller |
Prorated property tax | Varies |
Transfer tax | No transfer tax in Wyoming |
Total | $6,222 |
Keep in mind, closing costs are often negotiable. However, to win the negotiation battle, you'll need a great agent who can work out a deal with the seller. Clever can match you with a top agent in your area that can get the seller to shoulder more of the above costs.
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Ongoing costs of homeownership in Wyoming
Unfortunately, the cost to buy a house is just the beginning. After closing, you'll officially own the home and begin paying for the ongoing costs of homeownership.
Expense | Average monthly cost |
|---|---|
Mortgage (principle and interest) | $1,555 |
Homeowners insurance | $125 |
Taxes | Varies but averages $171 statewide |
Maintenance | $282 |
Utilities | $366 |
Total | $2,500 |
Note: All numbers are estimates based on state averages and a median home value of $339,353 and a down payment of 20%. | |
Besides the expenses outlined above, you'll also want to consider private mortgage insurance (PMI) and homeowner's association (HOA) fees.
- If you pay less than 20% as a down payment on your house, you'll probably have to pay PMI monthly until you get to 20% equity. For the average Wyoming homeowner, this is between $148 to $500 a month.
- Some neighborhoods have HOA fees for the care and maintenance of common areas. The national average is around $250 per month.
» MORE: The true cost of homeownership
Top ways to save money when buying a house in Wyoming
1. Look into better financing options
Paying off debts and getting your credit in the best shape possible before applying for a loan will help you get a better interest rate, which will lower your monthly payments for the life of the loan.
You can also shop around to compare lenders so you get the lowest fees and interest rates available. It may be a good idea to enlist the help of a mortgage broker if you're not sure how to go about vetting lenders.
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2. Participate in home buyer programs Wyoming
The Wyoming Community Development Authority offers several programs for those buying within the state, such as:
- First-Time Home Buyer: An affordable fixed-rate loan for first-time buyers
- Spruce Up: A loan for buying a fixer-upper home; must be eligible for the First-Time Home Buyer product
- Down Payment Assistance: Maximum loan of $10,000 for down payment and closing costs; can be used together with the First-Time Home Buyer and Spruce Up products
- Advantage: A refinancing product to get a better rate; not limited to first-time buyers
You may also be eligible for the non-profit Habitat for Humanity or the USDA’s Single Family Housing Direct Home Loan, both of which aim to provide affordable housing to low- and very-low income households.
» MORE: First-time home buyer programs everyone should know about
3. Partner with an expert agent
Some real estate companies, like Clever, offer home buyers a percentage of their home's price back after the sale finalizes.
That means if you work with a Clever agent, you'll not only get the expertise that helps you get the best deal possible — you could also get up to 0.5% of your home price back after closing!