Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Cheyenne

Affordability

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median household income in Cheyenne is $78,839 annually, while the median gross rent is $1,118 per month. About 33% of Cheyenne residents rent their homes, meaning income-based and HUD-assisted housing plays an important role for a significant share of the community.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Cheyenne Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 335 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Keep in mind that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and definitions.

Getting Around Cheyenne

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Cheyenne scores a 25 (Car-Dependent) for walkability and 42 for bikeability. No Transit Score is available for this area. Most errands and commutes will likely require a personal vehicle.

Schools

Cheyenne is served by 41 public schools across 5 districts, including 28 elementary, 6 middle, and 7 high schools, according to NCES Common Core of Data. Quality and programs vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before making a decision.

Cost of Living in Cheyenne

The median household income in Cheyenne is $78,839 per year, according to the Census ACS 5-Year. The median gross rent is $1,118 per month, also per Census ACS 5-Year data.

Income-based housing programs like Section 8 and LIHTC tie rent to a percentage of your household income, which can make a real difference when market rents strain a budget. Cheyenne has 9 income-restricted properties with 272 assisted units available across the city.

Flood and Environmental Exposure

Of the 9 affordable housing properties mapped for flood risk in Cheyenne, only 1 falls within a high-risk flood zone. Flood exposure across this portfolio is largely low.