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Cheyenne, Wyoming Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of Cheyenne, Wyoming is 64,976 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 1st-largest city in Wyoming. The median household income is $77,176, the median home value is $311,200, and the median age is 38.9.

The population has grown 9.9% since 2010 (59,778 → 65,704).

64,976

Population

1781

People / sq mi

$77,176

Median Income

$311,200

Median Home Value

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Cheyenne covers 36.5 sq mi of land at 1781 people per square mile.

About Cheyenne, WY

Cheyenne is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 56.2% of the population. Cheyenne is a city in Wyoming with a population of 64,976. It is the #1-largest of all cities in Wyoming nationally.

Household earnings are middling, with a median of $77,176 — near the US median of $78,538. About 5.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $311,200, with typical rent around $1,035.

32.9% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 7.6%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 16 minutes each way.

The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Cheyenne, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.

Cheyenne city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Cheyenne city had a population of 59,778 in 2010 and 65,704 in 2024, a 9.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 65,704 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.68%.

2024 · 66K20102024
Cheyenne city population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

65,704

Population (2024)

59,778

Population (2010)

65,704

Peak (2024)

0.68%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201059,778
201160,177
201261,438
201362,122
201462,279
201562,905
201663,451
201763,520
201863,835
201964,235
202065,283
202165,151
202264,668
202365,287
202465,704

Race & Ethnicity

White81.3%
Black or African American2.9%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)2.8%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$77,176

Median Household Income

$43,320

Per Capita Income

5.4%

Poverty Rate

2.0%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$311,200

Median Home Value

$1,035

Median Rent

67.7%

Owner-Occupied

Education

95.3%

High School+

32.9%

Bachelor's+

Commute

0.3%

Drive Alone

81.4%

Public Transit

7.6%

Work From Home

16.1 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

56.2%

Foreign Born

94.0%

Non-English at Home

14.1%

Veterans

14.0%

With Disability

90.8%

Health Insurance

95.3%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management23.5%
Public Administration10.9%
Education, Health Care & Social Services10.0%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate7.7%
Retail Trade6.8%
Construction6.3%
Information5.9%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services4.4%
Manufacturing3.3%
Transportation & Warehousing2.2%
Agriculture & Mining2.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Cheyenne, Wyoming has a population of 64,976 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 1st-largest city in Wyoming.

The median household income in Cheyenne, Wyoming is $77,176, with 5.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Cheyenne, Wyoming is $311,200, with median monthly rent at $1,035 and a homeownership rate of 67.7%.

The median age in Cheyenne, Wyoming is 38.9 years. The population is 50.0% male and 50.0% female.

The population has grown 9.9% since 2010 (59,778 → 65,704).

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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.