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Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Gillette

Gillette, WY has 14 affordable and income-based rental properties offering 763 units across the city. With a median market rent of $976 per month (Census ACS 5-Year), these income-based options can represent meaningful savings for qualifying renters. Of the properties with available inspection data, all three scored in the excellent range.

14
Properties
763
Total units
96/100
Avg HUD score

At a glance

🏠 Affordability
$976/mo

Affordability in Gillette, WY

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median gross rent in Gillette is $976 per month, while the median household income is $81,316 annually. About 27% of Gillette residents rent their homes, reflecting a city where most households own.

Census ACS 5-Year
🛡️ Safety
197 / 100k · 2024

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Gillette Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 197 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Note that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting methods and local definitions.

FBI Crime Data Explorer
🚶 Getting around
Walk Score 64 · Somewhat Walkable

Getting Around Gillette

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Gillette scores 64 out of 100 (Somewhat Walkable) and 37 out of 100 for biking. No Transit Score is available, reflecting the limited fixed-route transit typical of smaller Wyoming cities. Most errands and commutes will likely require a car.

Walk Score
🎓 Schools
20 schools · 3 districts

Schools

Gillette is served by 20 schools across 3 districts, including 13 elementary, 2 middle, and 5 high schools, according to NCES Common Core of Data. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

NCES Common Core of Data
📊 Cost of living
$81,316 median income

Cost of Living in Gillette, WY

The median household income in Gillette is $81,316 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median gross rent citywide is $976 per month, also per Census ACS 5-Year data.

Affordable and income-based housing in Gillette can offer significantly lower monthly costs for eligible renters. Rents at HUD-assisted and income-restricted properties are tied to your household income and local area median income limits, not the open market rate.

  • Citywide median rent: $976/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
  • Median household income: $81,316/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
  • Renter households: 27% of occupied units (Census ACS 5-Year)
Census ACS 5-Year
🌊 Environment & risk

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 3 affordable housing properties in Gillette have been mapped for flood risk, and none fall in a high-risk flood zone. Flood exposure across these properties is low.

FEMA · EPA AirNow
HUD Inspection Scoresavg 96/100(3 of 14 scored)
90+ (3)No score (11)

14 properties on the map

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About Affordable Housing in Gillette, WY

Gillette is a high-plains Wyoming city where a relatively small share of residents rent -- about 27 percent, according to Census ACS 5-Year data -- and the city's median rent sits at $976 per month. For renters seeking income-based options, the affordable housing inventory is limited but notable for its quality.

Lease Lantern has identified 3 HUD-assisted or income-restricted properties in Gillette, totaling 132 units. All 3 properties with available inspection data earned an excellent HUD inspection score, with an average score of 96 -- a strong result for renters prioritizing well-maintained housing.

Flood Risk

All 3 mapped properties in Gillette show no high flood risk based on available flood zone data, which may offer some peace of mind for renters weighing long-term stability.

Getting Around

Gillette scores 64 (Somewhat Walkable) and 37 for bikeability according to Walk Score, meaning most errands will likely require a car.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024), the Gillette Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 197 per 100,000 residents.

Schools

The city is served by 3 school districts with 20 public schools -- including 13 elementary, 2 middle, and 5 high schools -- according to NCES Common Core of Data.

Eligibility & how to apply

Wyoming income limits (2026)Wyoming public housing authoritiesSection 8 waitlists in Wyoming

Helpful guides

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