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Average Rent in Sheridan County, WY Rents falling 4.2% YoY🔺 3rd priciest in WY

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 31,585

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Market Overview

Sheridan County, WY has rental prices ranging from $831/month to $1,712/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $836/month — 40% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $70,855/year, spending $836/month on a 1-bedroom represents 14% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Sheridan County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,097/month, Sheridan County ranks #3 most expensive of the 23 cities tracked in Wyoming — pricier than 75% of all US cities in our data.

The Sheridan County Rental Market

The Sheridan County, WY area has a population of about 31,585 and 30% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Sheridan County, WY have fallen by $48/month (4.2%) over the past year, from $1,145 to $1,097. This slight decline is consistent with broader market corrections seen across US rental markets.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Sheridan County, WY without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $33,440. The local median household income of $70,855 exceeds that threshold by $37,415, making Sheridan County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Sheridan County, WY has an unemployment rate of 2.3%, 1.6 percentage points below the national average of 3.9%. Strong employment conditions typically sustain rental demand, as workers relocate to the area and local residents maintain stable housing.

Fair Market Rents

HUD FY2025
Studio
$831
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$836
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$1,097
4.2% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$1,322
Affordable
4 Bedrooms
$1,712
Affordable
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Is Sheridan County, WY Affordable?

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Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$43,880/year
Local median income: $70,855
To buy a median home
/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $1,097/month and 20% down on a home at 7% rate.

Nearby Cities in WYlargest metros in the state

CityStudio1BR2BR3BRHome Value
Cheyenne$782$903$1,141$1,599
Casper$755$868$1,062$1,488
Campbell County$791$876$979$1,290
Sweetwater County$816$821$1,003$1,248
Fremont County$707$711$933$1,306
Albany County$712$808$990$1,387

Rent or Buy in Sheridan County?

Break-even analysis and mortgage estimates based on local market data.

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Sheridan County data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$1,097/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$1,863/mo
🏠 Buy

Buying breaks even after 2 years — worth it if you stay 2+ years.

Total monthly buy cost: $2,577/movs rent: $1,097/mo
Estimates only. Excludes HOA, PMI (if <20% down), closing costs, and tax benefits. Assumes 5% return on invested down payment.

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