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Cheyenne.
About
Life in Cheyenne
Cheyenne operates as Wyoming's economic and administrative hub, with stable employment anchored in government, the military base, and increasingly in tech and energy sectors—the 3.3% unemployment rate reflects that stability. Housing is genuinely affordable compared to most western cities, with a median home price around $334,000 and median rent under $1,100, though prices have been climbing with 2.2% annual growth. The median household income of $79,000 puts you solidly middle class, and about a third of residents have college degrees.
Cheyenne at a Glance
Population, income, housing and more
Median Age
38.9 yrs
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Foreign-Born
2.9%
Broadband Internet
91.4%
of households
Population Growth
+1.7%
recent change · Census Bureau
Median household income
Demographics2.9% foreign-born, most often from Mexico
Who lives in Cheyenne: race and ethnicity, ages, households, languages and countries of origin
In Cheyenne, the largest foreign-born group is from Mexico (21.4%), and 4.6% of residents speak Spanish at home.
Under 18
20.7%
of residents
65 and Older
18.2%
of residents
Households with Kids
26.9%
anyone under 18
Living Alone
36.2%
of households
Married Couples
44.3%
of households
Avg Household Size
2.21
people
Race & Ethnicity
Hispanic or Latino of any race; other groups are non-Hispanic
Top countries of origin (foreign-born)
Languages Spoken at Home
Cost of Livingrent 13% above WY average
Rent, home values, and income in Cheyenne
In Cheyenne, rent runs 13% above the WY average, and home values are 8% above the WY average.
Median rent (per month)
Median home value
Rent Burdened
45.9%
spending 30%+ of income on rent
Severely Rent Burdened
21.6%
spending 50%+
Cost of Living Index
96.5
metro area (BEA) · US avg = 100
Median Property Tax
$1,946
per year, owner-occupied homes
Homeowners
67.1%
of occupied homes are owned
Typical Home Built
1976
median year built
Vacant Homes
5.1%
of housing units
Home Value Trend
Latest: $388,958 (September 2026)
Jobs & Economyunemployment about average for WY
Unemployment in Cheyenne and typical pay across the metro area
Unemployment in Cheyenne is close to the WY average.
Unemployment rate
City-level rate · BLS annual average
Unemployment Rate — 10 Year Trend
City-level (BLS) · Annual averages
What Cheyenne Residents Do for Work · share of employed residents by industry
City residents, wherever they work
Median Salary by Occupation · metro area
Cheyenne, WY metro area
Commute16 min avg
How Cheyenne residents get to work, and the nearest airports
In Cheyenne, most residents drive alone to work (81%), and 91% get there in under 30 minutes.
How People Get to Work
Commute Time Distribution
Nearest airports · with airline service
- 1 mi
Cheyenne Regional Jerry Olson Field (CYS)
Regional airport · few flights31k passengers boarded in 2025
- 89 mi
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Major hub40.0M passengers boarded in 2025
Straight-line distance. Size is the FAA’s hub category, based on passenger traffic: regional airports may have only a few flights a day.
Safetyviolent crime 9% below national average
Crime rates for 2025
Violent crime in Cheyenne runs 9% below the national average.
Violent Crime Rate
299.3
per 100,000 residents
Below average (329 national, 2025)
Property Crime Rate
2,700.1
per 100,000 residents
Above average (1,552 national, 2025)
Cheyenne Police Department
Natural DisastersHigh Wind most common — 83 events in 2025
Natural hazard risk, storms and earthquakes
FEMA National Risk Index
Relatively Low
76.7 / 100
Compares expected losses from natural hazards, social vulnerability and community resilience against every US county (higher = more risk).
Laramie County, county-wide · FEMA NRI December 2025
In Laramie County, which includes Cheyenne, the most common type is high wind, with 83 recorded events in 2025.
Most common events:
Storm events by year
| Year | Events | Top Type | Property Damage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 83 | High Wind | $1.0M |
| 2024 | 69 | High Wind | $425,000 |
| 2023 | 89 | High Wind | $60,000 |
| 2022 | 84 | High Wind | None reported |
| 2021 | 75 | High Wind | $1,000 |
| 2020 | 68 | High Wind | $1,000 |
| 2019 | 89 | High Wind | None reported |
| 2018 | 86 | High Wind | None reported |
Property damage is the National Weather Service's estimate filed with each event. “None reported” means the events were logged with $0 damage; “Not estimated” means no estimate was filed. Storms covering several counties aren't counted here, since NOAA doesn't split their damage by county.
1 earthquake of magnitude 2.5+ within 100 miles in the past year
Laramie County, county-wide
Air Quality45 median AQI — Good
Days by air quality category (2025)
Air quality in Laramie County, which includes Cheyenne, is typically good — 274 good-air days per year.
Median AQI
45
Good Days
274
per year
Moderate Days
90
per year
Unhealthy Days
0
per year
Laramie County, county-wide
Climate80°F summers, 18°F winters
30-year climate averages (1991–2020) — monthly temperatures and precipitation
Cheyenne has warm summers (avg high 80°F) and very cold winters (avg low 18°F).
Spring (Mar–May)
56°/31°F
avg high / low
Summer (Jun–Aug)
80°/53°F
avg high / low
Fall (Sep–Nov)
60°/34°F
avg high / low
Winter (Dec–Feb)
40°/18°F
avg high / low
Annual Precipitation
15.5"
Annual Snowfall
65.6"
Hot Days/Year
12
days above 90°F
Freeze Days/Year
169
days below 32°F
Rainy Days/Year
101
Average month
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| Month | High | Low | Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 41°F | 18°F | 0.36" |
| Feb | 41°F | 18°F | 0.52" |
| Mar | 49°F | 25°F | 0.96" |
| Apr | 55°F | 30°F | 1.83" |
| May | 64°F | 40°F | 2.53" |
| Jun | 76°F | 49°F | 2.23" |
| Jul | 83°F | 56°F | 2.23" |
| Aug | 81°F | 54°F | 1.63" |
| Sep | 73°F | 45°F | 1.55" |
| Oct | 59°F | 33°F | 1.06" |
| Nov | 48°F | 24°F | 0.60" |
| Dec | 40°F | 18°F | 0.49" |
Healthcare2 hospitals, avg 4.0/5
Hospitals, ratings, and health insurance in Cheyenne
Cheyenne has 2 hospitals, averaging 4.0 out of 5 on CMS's quality rating — above-average care.
Hospitals
2
within city limits
Uninsured
9.5%
of residents
Avg Hospital Rating
4.0 / 5
Cheyenne VA Medical Center
Acute Care - Veterans Administration · ER available
Cheyenne Regional Medical Center
Acute Care Hospitals · ER available
Adult Health · vs. the typical US place
Share of adults. Modeled estimates, not counted cases. “US” = the typical US place.
Medicare-certified hospitals only. Doesn’t include clinics, urgent care, or freestanding ERs.
Education13.3:1 student/teacher ratio
Schools and degree attainment in Cheyenne
Cheyenne's student/teacher ratio is 13.3:1 (lower than the national average of 16:1), and 33.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
Public Schools
34
within city limits
Private Schools
4
within city limits
College Degree Rate
33.6%
adults 25+ with bachelor's or higher
Student/Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
National avg 16:1
Schools located within city limits (2023) — school-level metrics change slowly year to year
Parks & Recreationclosest: Rocky Mountain National Park, 71 mi
Nearby national parks, recreation areas and public libraries for Cheyenne
Cheyenne has 3 nearby national parks or recreation areas, closest being Rocky Mountain National Park (71 mi away).
Nearby National Parks & Recreation Areas
Rocky Mountain National Park
National Park
71 mi awayFort Laramie National Historic Site
National Historic Site
75 mi awayScotts Bluff National Monument
National Monument
75 mi awayPublic Libraries in Cheyenne
Laramie County Library System
2200 Pioneer Ave, Cheyenne
Cities Near Cheyenne
The closest cities within 60 miles
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Cheyenne FAQ
Is Cheyenne, Wyoming affordable?⌄
Cheyenne's median rent is $1,118/month, which is below the national average, making it relatively affordable. The median household income is $78,839/year. Median home value is $333,700.
Is Cheyenne, Wyoming safe?⌄
Cheyenne's violent crime rate was 299 per 100,000 residents in 2025, which is close to the national average of 329/100k that year. Property crime rate is 2700 per 100,000. As with any city, crime rates vary by neighborhood.
What is the job market like in Cheyenne, Wyoming?⌄
Cheyenne has an unemployment rate of 3.3%, which is solid, slightly below the national average of 4.3%.
What is the cost of living in Cheyenne, Wyoming?⌄
The cost of living in Cheyenne is primarily driven by housing. Median rent is $1,118/month and median household income is $78,839/year. The median home value is $333,700. About 46% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing.
How is the commute in Cheyenne, Wyoming?⌄
The average commute in Cheyenne is 16 minutes, which is shorter than average compared to the national average of 26 minutes.
Data from the US Census Bureau, BLS, FBI, NOAA, EPA, Zillow Research and other public sources. Where our data comes from