Affordable Alternatives to Cheyenne
Cities ranked by lifestyle match — walkability, job market, and cost of living — not just the cheapest price tag.
COL Index88100 = US avg
1BR Rent$1,150/mo
Walk Score20/100
State Income TaxNone
Best overall alternatives
Ranked by lifestyle match: savings potential, walkability, and economic opportunity — not just cheapest price.
Best Match
🌮 Laredo
Texas, TX
10% cheaper
vs. Cheyenne
COL 79
100 = US avg
1BR rent$950/mo
Monthly savings$200/mo
Walk score20/100
Median income$44K/yr
🎯 Springfield
Missouri, MO
10% cheaper
vs. Cheyenne
COL 79
100 = US avg
1BR rent$950/mo
Monthly savings$200/mo
Walk score26/100
Median income$47K/yr
Moving to Laredo saves you $200/mo. Put it to work while you plan.
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Cheyenne at a glance
88
COL index
100 = US avg
$1,150
1BR rent
per month
$330K
Home price
median
None
State tax
income
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COL data: Numbeo, Zillow, BLS · Walk scores: Walk Score® · Q1 2026 · For general guidance only