Omega
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| Moving to Cheyenne
I know this technically isn't the right chat for Wyoming but I figured the people from Colorado will be able to shed some light on the area more than the people in the northwest chat.
Basically I am moving to Cheyenne this spring. My job will be in Cheyenne, I did dabble in the thought of living in Fort Collins and commuting but I figured that would be more trouble than its worth.
So any advice for the area or anything like that? I don't really expect a big shock from the weather or anything, it isn't that bad up there.
I plan on doing a lot of recreational stuff in Colorado. Biking, hiking, skiing, ect. (Luckily my aunt owns a condo in Steamboat Springs).
So like I said above, any advice would be appreciated.
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eX_NihiLo
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Louisville, CO | Other than to stay in the right lane if you don't have snow tires for the winter..welcome to the Mountain West!  |
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mlong
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I am heading up to Cheyenne tomorrow for work for a few days. The one thing I always hate is around the boarder with Colorado it can be VERY windy. In Cheyenne it gets pretty windy too. I really don't have bad things to say about Cheyenne. It's small, at 53,000 or so as of the last census which is about the size of my college campus (ASU). I don't think it's a very "pretty" place but Wyoming as a whole is gorgeous. The people are friendly but the roads do suck from what I've driven on.
Congrats on the move, I can assure you everything will be a bit cheaper in WY versus CA.
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RockyBB
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Longmont, CO | reply to Omega
many new residents of Wyoming have a tough time becoming accustomed to the zero% state income tax, and the 4% state sales tax. |
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christcorp
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Yes; as many have mentioned; there are a lot of nice things about Wyoming; and Cheyenne. The wind however can be a Bi-Otch. Cheyenne and Laramie have been reported as 2 of the windiest; on a steady basis; places in the country. But you really do get use to it.
Because of the wind; there is no car inspections and epa type inspections. Any smog or pollution we would have, blew into Nebraska with the wind. As Rocky mentioned; taxes are almost nothing. My 3000 sq ft house pays $900 a year property tax. NO personal state income tax. UP TO 6% total sales tax depending on the city/county you go to. Only 550,000 people in the entire state. Great place for hunting, fishing, camping, and other outdoor activities.
The people are indeed really nice. Cheyenne is a little different than the rest of the state. Mainly because of a large military population and military roots. Most of these folks weren't born and raised here. They are transplants. Plus, the proximity to Ft Collins and Denver makes for a different type of "Spare Time" for cheyenne residents. Towns like Laramie is "University" oriented. The north-east is a lot of gas/oil fields. Wyoming is the nation's largest coal producer. The only area people have ever had issues; per se; with as wyoming residents; is the Jackson Hole area. This is an area where many people have move to from out of state where they sold their homes and such; and in Wyoming dollars buys a lot. In turn, it has raised the cost of living in Jackson Hole to a disgusting level. Also; many, not all, of those moving in have no respect for the wyoming heritage, culture, or people. It's actually quite common for people to call the sheriff or city police and complain because there are deer, elk, bears, moose, etc... on their property. Sorry; but most Wyoming folks have no respect for them. But; get out of Jackson Hole; and the people of wyoming are great. Very family oriented. Progress is nice, but they LIKE the relaxed attitude. People from out of state move here for that reason. Great place to relax; raise your kids/family; work hard then play hard; etc...
Welcome to wyoming and to cheyenne. PM me if you have any direct Cheyenne questions. I've lived here for quite a long time and I've worked all over the entire state. later... mike.... |
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Omega
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Thanks for the replies.
I am aware of the wind, but it isn't like I didn't have cold wind in Ohio! I'll get used to it.
As for the tax thing - I fully plan on becoming a resident of Wyoming to take advantage of the no state income tax. It will be nice!
I have heard that car registration fees are a bit high. Is this the case? If so, I'll just keep my car registered in Ohio.
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| I have heard that car registration fees are a bit high. Is this the case?
Move to Colorado...J/K When I bought my 07 Vw Jetta in 06 my Registration was $550 ,Ummmm that's Nuts my truck is $65 in TEXAS and i still has TX Plates on it 2 1/2 years later. But we might be moving back in sept so i am happy that i have not done this.
BTW my 4 3/4 year old truck for registration is close to 300 a year if i put Co plates on it. No thanks. |
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Omega
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Okay then, I'm keeping my car registered in Ohio.
I paid $55 to register a brand new car in May. Luckily the military allows me to take advantage of loopholes like living in 1 state, being a resident of another and registering a car in yet another.
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