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Cost of living in Cheyenne County, CO

Estimated monthly cost
$2,847/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 1,732 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $803 28%
Federal tax $515 18%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $359 13%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $158 6%
State tax $152 5%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Cheyenne County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$797
per month
1 bedroom
$803
per month
2 bedroom
$1,053
per month
3 bedroom
$1,302
per month
4 bedroom
$1,684
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Cheyenne County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$67,768
per year
Individual earnings
$41,525
per year
Per capita
$38,468
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Cheyenne County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$187,100
Annual property tax
$863

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Cheyenne County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$106
per month · 15.2¢/kWh
Natural gas
$52
per month
Annual total
$1,896
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Cheyenne County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
8.0%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Cheyenne County

State and local tax rates for Colorado.

State income tax
4.4%
Flat rate
State sales tax
2.9%
Combined sales tax
7.8%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Cheyenne County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
14.9 min
Drive alone
75.9%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
10.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Cheyenne County

What it costs to live in Cheyenne County each month.

Single person
$2,847
per month
  • Rent $803
  • Energy $158
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $359
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $515
  • State tax $152
Couple
$4,219
per month
  • Rent $1,053
  • Energy $190
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $595
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $779
  • State tax $248
Family
$6,624
per month
  • Rent $1,302
  • Energy $237
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $903
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $779
  • State tax $248

Frequently asked questions about Cheyenne County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Cheyenne County?

In Cheyenne County, CO, a one-bedroom apartment averages $803 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,053 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,302 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Cheyenne County?

In Cheyenne County, CO, the average household income is $67,768 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $41,525 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Cheyenne County?

The estimated cost of living in Cheyenne County, CO is approximately $2,847 per month for a single person, $4,219 for a couple, $6,624 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Cheyenne County?

The combined sales tax rate in Cheyenne County, CO is 7.77%, which includes the Colorado state rate of 2.90% plus an average local rate of 4.87%.

Is Cheyenne County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Cheyenne County, CO would need approximately $2,847 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $67,768 per year ($5,647 per month). Cheyenne County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Cheyenne County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Cheyenne County, CO is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 8.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Cheyenne County?

The average home value in Cheyenne County, CO is $187,100, with average annual property taxes of $863, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Cheyenne County compare to other areas?

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources