Cheyenne, WY
Full City Profile · Wyoming · Laramie County County
Cheyenne, WY
At a Glance
How Cheyenne Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Cheyenne's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Cheyenne a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Cheyenne residents earn a median household income of $77,176 , which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,320. The unemployment rate stands at 3.1% (14% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,736 business establishments, including 241 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Cheyenne is $311,200 , 10% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $392,134. Median rent is $1,035/month, with 29.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 92.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1975.
Safety & Crime
Cheyenne reports 335 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 12% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,030/100K. The murder rate is 3.1/100K.
Education
32.9% of adults in Cheyenne hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below the national average). 95.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Cheyenne has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.