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Gillette

Pop. 33,431·5th most expensive in Wyoming·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$1,249/mo
Year-over-Year
+4.8%
Month-over-Month
+2.1%
vs US Median
-$716
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Gillette · $1,249
More affordable than 90% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
51/100
Fairly priced
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Rents are right about where Gillette's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent
$1,249/mo
Expected by trend
$1,257/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$815
1 BR
$885
2 BR
$1,000
3 BR
$1,320
4 BR+
$1,680
Research median
$1,000/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$14,988/yr
At $1,249/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 4.8% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+4.8% YoY, +2.1% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Gillette, WY is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 24.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
33,431
Median income
$81,316
Median age
34.2
Renters
26.8%
Age distribution
29.3%
21.9%
25.2%
12.1%
Under 1829.3%
18–3421.9%
35–5425.2%
55–6411.5%
65+12.1%
Gender
51.8%
48.2%
Male51.8%
Female48.2%
Race & ethnicity
82.7%
White82.7%
Hispanic11.5%
Other5%
Education (25+)
32.3%
35.6%
24.8%
No HS diploma7.3%
HS diploma32.3%
Some college35.6%
Bachelor's+24.8%
Housing tenure
73.2%
26.8%
Owner73.2%
Renter26.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Gillette, WY has changed in 5 years

Income
$83,193 → $81,316
down 2.3%
Population
33,047 → 33,431
up 1.2%
Renter share
25.2% → 26.8%
+1.6 pts
Bachelor's+
20.7% → 24.8%
+4.1 pts
Median age
32.3 → 34.2
+1.9 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $83,193 to $81,316 across the same window, down 2.3% versus 2021. Census counts show Gillette, WY adding about 384 residents over the five-year window, up 1.2% on net. The renter share has risen from 25.2% to 26.8%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 20.7% to 24.8% across the same window.

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Local insights

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About renting in Gillette, WY

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Gillette is $1,249/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $815/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,000/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $885/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,320/mo.

At 18% of local median household income ($81,316/yr), Gillette ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Gillette an affordable city for renters?

Gillette is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,249/mo, rent takes approximately 18% of the local median household income ($81,316/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Gillette falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Gillette?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $50,000/year (~$24/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,249/mo in Gillette. The local median household income is $81,316/yr, meaning the typical Gillette household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Gillette?

Rent in Gillette has increased 4.8% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Gillette neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Gillette are 82716 ($1,166/mo), and 82718 ($1,361/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Gillette is $1,249/mo.

How does Gillette rent compare to other cities in Wyoming?

Gillette is middle-of-the-pack for Wyoming for rent, ranking #5 out of 9 tracked cities at $1,249/mo.

What percentage of Gillette residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 26.8% of Gillette households are renters, while 73.2% are owner-occupied. Gillette leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Gillette rent compare to the national average?

Gillette's median rent of $1,249/mo is $716 (36%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Wyoming, it ranks #5 out of 9 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
18%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,249/mo, rent takes ~18% of Gillette's median household income ($81,316/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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