1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Cheyenne, WY
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Cheyenne, Wyoming as of August 2026. That's +40% lower than the citywide median of $1,528 and +35% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Cheyenne
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Cheyenne
Compare Cheyenne's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Wyoming
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Riverton | $710 |
| 2 | Lander | $760 |
| 3 | Cody | $790 |
| 4 | Laramie | $805 |
| 5 | Rawlins | $820 |
| 6 | Rock Springs | $820 |
| 7 | Sheridan | $830 |
| 8 | Green River | $840 |
| 9 | Gillette | $885 |
| 10 | Casper | $910 |
| 11 | Cheyenne (this page) | $913 |
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Wyoming
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cheyenne (this page) | $913 |
| 2 | Casper | $910 |
| 3 | Gillette | $885 |
| 4 | Green River | $840 |
| 5 | Sheridan | $830 |
| 6 | Rock Springs | $820 |
| 7 | Rawlins | $820 |
| 8 | Laramie | $805 |
| 9 | Cody | $790 |
| 10 | Lander | $760 |
| 11 | Riverton | $710 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 1 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Cheyenne.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Cheyenne |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Collins, CO | 46.3 mi | $1,456 | +$543 (+59%) |
| Timnath, CO | 46.3 mi | $1,370 | +$457 (+50%) |
| Windsor, CO | 48.4 mi | $1,440 | +$527 (+58%) |
| Greeley, CO | 52.8 mi | $1,195 | +$282 (+31%) |
| Evans, CO | 56.3 mi | $1,260 | +$347 (+38%) |
| Loveland, CO | 56.8 mi | $1,405 | +$492 (+54%) |
| Milliken, CO | 57.5 mi | $1,330 | +$417 (+46%) |
| Laramie, WY | 57.8 mi | $805 | $-108 (-12%) |
| Johnstown, CO | 59.2 mi | $1,450 | +$537 (+59%) |
| Firestone, CO | 70.8 mi | $1,652 | +$739 (+81%) |
| Longmont, CO | 72.9 mi | $1,660 | +$747 (+82%) |
| Erie, CO | 79.3 mi | $2,030 | +$1,117 (+122%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Cheyenne — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Cheyenne?
As of August 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Cheyenne, Wyoming is $913 per month. This is +40% below the citywide median of $1,528.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Cheyenne?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $36,520 ($3,043/month gross), which works out to roughly $17.56/hour at a full-time job.
Is Cheyenne expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Cheyenne's 1-bedroom median of $913 is +35% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 14th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Cheyenne rank for 1-bedroom rent in Wyoming?
Among the 11 cities in Wyoming with 1-bedroom data, Cheyenne ranks #11 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Cheyenne?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Laramie ($805).