Metro areas in Wyoming: income, rent and home values
Wyoming has 2 metropolitan areas with annual Census data, led by Cheyenne, WY with 102,938 residents. Household incomes are highest in Cheyenne, WY ($83,133). Renters spend the smallest share of income in Casper, WY (25.2%) and the largest in Cheyenne, WY (29.4%). The fastest-growing metro since 2021 is Cheyenne, WY (+2.1%).
| Metro area | Population | Median income | Median rent | Home value | Rent / income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheyenne, WY | 102,938 | $83,133 | $1,338 | $375,100 | 29.4% |
| Casper, WY | 80,526 | $76,351 | $1,233 | $324,800 | 25.2% |
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Wyoming at a glance
What is the most affordable metro area in Wyoming for renters?+
Casper, WY, where renters spend a median 25.2% of household income on rent (2025 Census data).
Which metro area in Wyoming has the highest income?+
Cheyenne, WY, with a median household income of $83,133 in 2025.
How many metro areas are in Wyoming?+
2 metropolitan statistical areas in Wyoming have annual Census estimates (population 65,000+).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 1-year estimates (released September 2026), with 2024 and 2021 for trends. Figures are survey estimates with margins of error; small differences between metros may not be meaningful. Metro areas use the official Metropolitan Statistical Area boundaries. Compiled and analyzed by Metro Research. Methodology.