1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Gillette, WY
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Gillette, Wyoming as of July 2026. That's +29% lower than the citywide median of $1,249 and +37% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Gillette
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 Gillette
Compare Gillette's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Wyoming
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Torrington | $720 |
| 2 | Lander | $760 |
| 3 | Cody | $790 |
| 4 | Laramie | $805 |
| 5 | Rawlins | $820 |
| 6 | Rock Springs | $820 |
| 7 | Gillette (this page) | $885 |
| 8 | Casper | $910 |
| 9 | Cheyenne | $913 |
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Wyoming
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cheyenne | $913 |
| 2 | Casper | $910 |
| 3 | Gillette (this page) | $885 |
| 4 | Rock Springs | $820 |
| 5 | Rawlins | $820 |
| 6 | Laramie | $805 |
| 7 | Cody | $790 |
| 8 | Lander | $760 |
| 9 | Torrington | $720 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 1 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Gillette.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Gillette |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casper, WY | 103.4 mi | $910 | +$25 (+3%) |
| Torrington, WY | 168.1 mi | $720 | $-165 (-19%) |
| Rapid City, SD | 168.2 mi | $920 | +$35 (+4%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Gillette — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Gillette?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Gillette, Wyoming is $885 per month. This is +29% below the citywide median of $1,249.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Gillette?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $35,400 ($2,950/month gross), which works out to roughly $17.02/hour at a full-time job.
Is Gillette expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Gillette's 1-bedroom median of $885 is +37% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 12th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Gillette rank for 1-bedroom rent in Wyoming?
Among the 9 cities in Wyoming with 1-bedroom data, Gillette ranks #7 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Gillette?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Torrington ($720).