How much does it cost to rent in Rawlins, WY?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Rawlins, WY is $1,077. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Rawlins cheaper than other Wyoming cities?

Rawlins is among the more affordable cities in Wyoming, ranking #7 out of 9 cities at $1,077/mo.

When was Rawlins rent data last updated?

Rawlins rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · WY

Rawlins

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Pop. 8,129·7th most expensive in Wyoming·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$1,077/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

+9.1%

vs US Median

-$888

Rising (Monthly)

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Rawlins · $1,077

More affordable than 96% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

20% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,077/mo, rent takes about 20% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$43,000/yr

Local median income

$64,773/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Rawlins's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$810

1 BR

$820

2 BR

$960

3 BR

$1,350

4 BR+

$1,580

Research median

$960/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

$12,924/yr

At $1,077/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +9.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Rawlins, WY is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

8,129

Median income

$64,773

Median age

39.7

Renters

29%

Age distribution

21%

23.3%

26.5%

17.4%

Under 1821%

18–3423.3%

35–5426.5%

55–6411.8%

65+17.4%

Gender

53.9%

46.1%

Male53.9%

Female46.1%

Race & ethnicity

80.2%

24%

White80.2%

Black2.4%

Hispanic24%

Education (25+)

34.4%

36.4%

18.4%

No HS diploma10.8%

HS diploma34.4%

Some college36.4%

Bachelor's+18.4%

Housing tenure

71%

29%

Owner71%

Renter29%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Rawlins, WY has changed in 5 years

Income

$68,996 → $64,773

down 6.1%

Population

8,382 → 8,129

down 3.0%

Renter share

33.9% → 29%

-4.9 pts

Bachelor's+

17.4% → 18.4%

+1.0 pts

Median age

36.8 → 39.7

+2.9 yrs

Census figures show median household income at $64,773 today, compared with $68,996 five years earlier. Census counts show Rawlins, WY losing about 253 residents over the five-year window, down 3.0% on net. The renter share has eased from 33.9% to 29%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Rawlins on your salary?

At $1,077/mo, how Rawlins rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $88,811/yr · Rent = 14.6% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,055/yr · Rent = 20.5% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $72,634/yr · Rent = 17.8% income

very comfortable

Software Developer

Avg $129,823/yr · Rent = 10% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $165,882/yr · Rent = 7.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,041/yr · Rent = 21.9% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $53,307/yr · Rent = 24.2% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $65,706/yr · Rent = 19.7% income

very comfortable

By apartment size

Rawlins rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Rawlins. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Rawlins, WY

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Rawlins is $1,077/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $810/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $960/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $820/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,350/mo.

At 20% of local median household income ($64,773/yr), Rawlins ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Rawlins an affordable city for renters?

Rawlins is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,077/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($64,773/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Rawlins falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Rawlins?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $43,000/year (~$21/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,077/mo in Rawlins. The local median household income is $64,773/yr, meaning the typical Rawlins household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Rawlins?

Rent in Rawlins has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Rawlins rent compare to other cities in Wyoming?

Rawlins is one of the more affordable cities in Wyoming for rent, ranking #7 out of 9 tracked cities at $1,077/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Rawlins?

Riverton is nearby and more affordable at $833/mo, which is $244 less than Rawlins.

What percentage of Rawlins residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 29% of Rawlins households are renters, while 71% are owner-occupied. Rawlins leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.