Median Age
29 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 28% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
12%
Laramie
Laramie, WY Area Guide
Avg Rent
$795
Population
32,158
Renter Mix
56% Rent
Bask in this small town’s history and outdoor adventure
Suburban
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Historic
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College Town
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Active
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Adventurous
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Modern
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Eclectic
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Riverside
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Scenic
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Family-Friendly
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At an elevation of 7,165 feet between two mountain ranges, Laramie combines small-town charm with a college-town atmosphere. As home to the University of Wyoming, the city offers both educational and recreational opportunities for its 31,407 residents. The rental market shows steady rates, with average rents ranging from $710 for studios to $1,493 for four-bedroom units. Notable areas include the historic downtown district, with its preserved 19th-century architecture, and the university district.
The Medicine Bow Mountains' Snowy Range to the west and the Laramie Range to the east provide year-round outdoor activities. Residents enjoy 14 public parks, trail systems, and proximity to skiing and rock climbing at Vedauwoo Recreation Area. Local attractions include the University of Wyoming Art Museum, the Geological Museum, and the Wyoming House for Historic Women, which commemorates the location where the first woman in the United States legally cast a vote in a general election. Community events like Laramie Jubilee Days feature rodeo competitions, parades, and celebrations that showcase the area's western heritage.
Explore the City
Downtown Laramie blends historic charm with modern shops, cafes, and local art.
Laramie’s scenic biking pathways offer a perfect ride through town and nature.
Laramie residents enjoy an easy walk from downtown to the scenic Laramie River.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$45,404
Average: $68,508
Education
13,188
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
17,390
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Laramie has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
56%
Non-Renters
44%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
35%
Other Education
65%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Laramie, WY is $743 for a studio, $795 for one bedroom, $987 for two bedrooms, and $1,324 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Laramie has increased by 1.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$795/month
621 Sq Ft
House
$1,887/month
2,310 Sq Ft
Condo
$996/month
433 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Laramie, WY is 7.2% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Laramie is 17.8% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $743 - $1,324. You can expect to pay 1.9% less for groceries, 4.3% less for utilities, and 10.3% less for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Laramie, WY is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
355 Students
Public
Grades K-8
246 Students
Public
Grades K-5
275 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
258 Students
Public
Grades K-8
244 Students
Public
Grades K-8
246 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
676 Students
Public
Grades K-8
244 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,095 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Wyoming Territorial Prison
- Univ. of Wyoming Geological Museum
- University of Wyoming Planetarium
- Snowy Range
Military Bases
Colleges
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.