Posted in Wyoming October 27, 2016 by

14 Reasons To Drop Everything And Move To This One Wyoming City

One thing most people say when they move away from Wyoming is that they can’t wait to come back to the Cowboy State.That speaks volumes about living in Wyoming; both to newcomers and to those who have lived here before. Livability has put together a list of The Most Affordable Cities in Wyoming. The list is mostly based on the economy but also takes outdoor recreational opportunities and scenic beauty into account. Can you guess which city was ranked as number 1?

1. Laramie residents pay less for food and utilities.
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While Laramie doesn't boast the lowest housing cost or the highest average household income, Laramie residents do pay less on food and utilities than most people in America.
2. Residents have easy access to higher education and continuing educational opportunities.
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Laramie has 7 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 2 high schools, 1 charter school, 1 Catholic school and a Lab School. Residents have plenty of opportunities for higher education and continuing education at the University of Wyoming and the Laramie County Community College.
3. Laramie is home to a variety of sporting events.
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The University of Wyoming offers 17 NCAA sanctioned sports teams.
4. Laramie offers great outdoor recreational activities in the winter.
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Skiing and snowmobiling are popular in the Snowy Range.
5 There are also plenty of outdoor recreational opportunities the rest of the year.
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Rock climbing, hiking and mountain biking are popular throughout the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest.
6. The Laramie and North Platte Rivers also provide some great opportunities.
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Rafting and fishing on these two rivers is a great way to spend a weekend.
7. Laramie is chock-full of small town charm.
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Laramie's small town charm attracts both families who are just starting out and retirees who are ready to enjoy some free time.
8. Laramie is a family friendly town.
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There are plenty of family-friendly activities in Laramie such as ice skating, ice hockey and youth sports.
9. Laramie is rich in history.
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Laramie is home to 21 National Register sites.
10. Laramie is home to the central library of the Albany County Library system.
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The central library offers a wide range of materials for both children and adults.
11. Laramie hosts some of the best annual cultural events in the state.
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Laramie Jubilee Days celebrates Wyoming's statehood and is held for several days around the Fourth of July. Events include live music, rodeo, food, carnival rides, games, a fair, parade and softball tournament.
12. Laramie is home to some impressive museums.
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Museums in Laramie include the Geological Museum, Art Museum, Laramie Plains Museum and the Wyoming Children's Museum and Nature Center.
13. Laramie's concert hall showcases a lot of professional talent.
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The Fine Arts Concert Hall presents concerts and recitals year-round.
14. Laramie is in a very scenic location.
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Last but not least, Laramie is a very attractive town surrounded by beautiful scenery.

There are plenty of reasons why you will want to drop everything and move to Laramie.