Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Laramie

Affordability in Laramie, WY

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median gross rent in Laramie is $925 per month and the median household income is $55,613 per year. With 56% of residents renting their homes, demand for affordable housing options is significant in this college city.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Laramie Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 130 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

Getting Around Laramie

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Laramie scores 23 out of 100 (Car-Dependent) for walkability and 79 out of 100 for bikeability. A personal vehicle will handle most daily errands, though biking is a practical option for many trips.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 14 public schools across 2 districts serve Laramie, including 9 elementary, 1 middle, 3 high schools, and 1 other. Ratings and programs vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for their specific address.

Cost of Living in Laramie

The median household income in Laramie is $55,613 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. With a citywide median rent of $925 per month (Census ACS 5-Year), income-based housing programs can provide meaningful relief for renters whose costs strain that income.

• Median household income: $55,613/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $925/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Share of renter households: 56% (Census ACS 5-Year)

Laramie's 117 income-restricted units across 4 HUD-assisted or LIHTC properties represent an important resource in a city where more than half of households rent.

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 4 assisted properties in Laramie have been mapped for flood risk, and none fall in a high-risk flood zone. Flood exposure for HUD-assisted housing here is effectively zero based on available flood data.