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Cheyenne, WY Utility & Living Guide

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Last updated: June 26, 2026

Total Utilities$340/mo

1BR Rent$1100/mo

Sales Tax6%

COL Index94 (-6% below national average)

Family Score7/10

Median Home$340,000

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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$130/mo

Black Hills Energy

🔥 Gas

$60/mo

Black Hills Energy

💧 Water

$50/mo

City of Cheyenne Board of Public Utilities

🗑️ Garbage

$30/mo

City of Cheyenne Sanitation

📶 Internet

$70/mo

Combined Average Overhead$340/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom	$1100/mo
2 Bedrooms	$1400/mo
3 Bedrooms	$2000/mo
Median Home Price	$340,000
Property Tax Rate	0.61%
Avg Childcare/mo	$900

The Cheyenne housing market is relatively affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. However, prices have been rising in recent years due to growing demand. Rentals are also available, but may be limited in certain areas

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

US national avg = 100

vs National Avg

-6% below national average

Groceries

Transportation

Healthcare

102

Childcare/mo

$900

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax	6%
Property Tax Rate	0.61%
<p>State 4% + County 1% + City 1%</p>

Wyoming has no state income tax

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score

7/10

Safety Index

Higher = safer

School Rating

7.2/10

GreatSchools avg

Avg Childcare

$900/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend

+2% (growing)

Political Climate

Red

Business Momentum

Moderate, with key industries including energy, healthcare, and tourism

Top Local Concerns

Affordable housing, workforce development, infrastructure

🚌 Transit for Families

Cheyenne has a limited public transportation system, but it is relatively stroller-friendly, with accessible buses and a downtown area that is easy to navigate on foot

🎡 Top Kid Attractions

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Cheyenne Botanic Gardens
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Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum
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Terry Bison Ranch

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The downtown area and surrounding neighborhoods, such as Historic District and Downtown Cheyenne, offer a mix of old and new homes, shops, and restaurants, making them popular with families. Other family-friendly neighborhoods include Martin Luther King Jr. Park and the area around Cheyenne Mountain

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📊 Cheyenne — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Utility costs in Cheyenne can fluctuate significantly by season, with higher electricity bills in the summer due to air conditioning and higher gas bills in the winter due to heating. However, the city's semi-arid climate means that overall utility costs are relatively low compared to other parts of the country

🏛️ Local Tax Details

Key ZIP code level tax info: property tax millage rates range from 0.58 to 0.65, with no local surtaxes specific to Cheyenne county

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

Score 8/10: Cheyenne has good sidewalk quality, park access, and elevator access in transit, making it relatively stroller-friendly, although some areas may have limited accessibility

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