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Average Rent in Teton County, WY Rents falling 10.0% YoY🔺 Most expensive in WY

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 23,358

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Market Overview

Teton County, WY has rental prices ranging from $1,186/month to $2,607/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $1,194/month — 15% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $112,681/year, spending $1,194/month on a 1-bedroom represents 13% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Teton County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,568/month, Teton County ranks #1 most expensive of the 23 cities tracked in Wyoming — pricier than 93% of all US cities in our data.

The Teton County Rental Market

The Teton County, WY area has a population of about 23,358 and 39% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs above the US average of ~34%, pointing to a competitive rental market where vacancies clear quickly and rents are less negotiable.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Teton County, WY have fallen by $174/month (10.0%) over the past year, from $1,742 to $1,568. This rate of decrease is significant and reflects softening demand or increased inventory in the local market.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Teton County, WY without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $47,760. The local median household income of $112,681 exceeds that threshold by $64,921, making Teton County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Teton County, WY has an unemployment rate of 1.6%, 2.3 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
$1,186
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$1,194
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$1,568
10.0% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$2,090
Affordable
4 Bedrooms
$2,607
Affordable
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Is Teton County, WY Affordable?

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Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$62,720/year
Local median income: $112,681
To buy a median home
/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $1,568/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 Teton County?

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

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Teton County data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$1,568/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$1,863/mo
🏠 Buy

Buying breaks even after 1 year — worth it if you stay 1+ years.

Total monthly buy cost: $2,577/movs rent: $1,568/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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