How much does it cost to rent in Rock Springs, WY?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Rock Springs, WY is $1,061. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Rock Springs cheaper than other Wyoming cities?

Rock Springs is among the more affordable cities in Wyoming, ranking #8 out of 9 cities at $1,061/mo.

When was Rock Springs rent data last updated?

Rock Springs 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

Rock Springs

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Pop. 23,127·8th most expensive in Wyoming·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$1,061/mo

Year-over-Year

-3.3%

Month-over-Month

+2.3%

vs US Median

-$904

Rising (Monthly)

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Rock Springs · $1,061

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

Rent Reality Score

79/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 15% below what Rock Springs's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,061/mo

Expected by trend

$1,242/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Rock Springs's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$810

1 BR

$820

2 BR

$1,000

3 BR

$1,240

4 BR+

$1,630

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

$12,732/yr

At $1,061/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (-3.3% YoY, +2.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Rock Springs, WY is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

23,127

Median income

$69,168

Median age

35.9

Renters

27.6%

Age distribution

25.9%

22.2%

28%

12.8%

Under 1825.9%

18–3422.2%

35–5428%

55–6411.2%

65+12.8%

Gender

51.9%

48.1%

Male51.9%

Female48.1%

Race & ethnicity

80.1%

17%

White80.1%

Black2.4%

Hispanic17%

Asian0.6%

Education (25+)

29.3%

40.3%

21.9%

No HS diploma8.5%

HS diploma29.3%

Some college40.3%

Bachelor's+21.9%

Housing tenure

72.4%

27.6%

Owner72.4%

Renter27.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Rock Springs, WY has changed in 5 years

Rent

$708 → $1,061

up 49.9%

Income

$74,548 → $69,168

down 7.2%

Population

23,505 → 23,127

down 1.6%

Renter share

27% → 27.6%

+0.6 pts

Bachelor's+

21.3% → 21.9%

+0.6 pts

Median age

34.7 → 35.9

+1.2 yrs

The median rent in Rock Springs, WY stood at $708 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,061, reflecting a 49.9% increase over the period. Median household income slipped from $74,548 to $69,168 between 2021 and 2024, a 7.2% shift. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has contracted by 1.6% since 2021, moving from about 23,505 residents to roughly 23,127. Taken together, the five-year picture in Rock Springs, WY reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Rock Springs on your salary?

At $1,061/mo, how Rock Springs rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $88,811/yr · Rent = 14.3% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,055/yr · Rent = 20.2% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $72,634/yr · Rent = 17.5% income

very comfortable

Software Developer

Avg $129,823/yr · Rent = 9.8% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $165,882/yr · Rent = 7.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,041/yr · Rent = 21.6% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $53,307/yr · Rent = 23.9% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $65,706/yr · Rent = 19.4% income

very comfortable

By apartment size

Rock Springs rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Rock Springs, WY

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Rock Springs is $1,061/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $810/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,000/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $820/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,240/mo.

At 18% of local median household income ($69,168/yr), Rock Springs ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 3.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Rock Springs an affordable city for renters?

Rock Springs is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,061/mo, rent takes approximately 18% of the local median household income ($69,168/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Rock Springs falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Rock Springs?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $42,000/year (~$20/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,061/mo in Rock Springs. The local median household income is $69,168/yr, meaning the typical Rock Springs household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Rock Springs?

Rent in Rock Springs has decreased 3.3% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Rock Springs rent compare to other cities in Wyoming?

Rock Springs is one of the more affordable cities in Wyoming for rent, ranking #8 out of 9 tracked cities at $1,061/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Rock Springs?

Green River is nearby and more affordable at $967/mo, which is $94 less than Rock Springs.

What percentage of Rock Springs residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 27.6% of Rock Springs households are renters, while 72.4% are owner-occupied. Rock Springs leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Rock Springs rent compare to the national average?

Rock Springs's median rent of $1,061/mo is $904 (46%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Wyoming, it ranks #8 out of 9 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

18%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,061/mo, rent takes ~18% of Rock Springs's median household income ($69,168/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Rock Springs 18%Benchmark 30%

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