| ZIP Code | 82001 |
|---|---|
| City | Cheyenne |
| State | Wyoming (WY) |
| County | Laramie County |
| Area Code | 307 |
| Elevation | 6,048 ft |
| Latitude | 41.100082 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -104.924884 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 56021 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.22 |
| Below Poverty | 8.7% ▼ 13% below avg |
| College Grads | 48.5% ▲ 25% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.9% ▼ 41% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 82 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,863 (19.3%) |
| Some College | 4,091 (16.2%) |
| Associates | 3,947 (15.7%) |
| Bachelors | 4,051 (16.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,175 (32.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $74,149 ≈ Avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $291,400 ≈ Avg ↑ 48% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,044/mo ↑ 12% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 17,977 |
| Vacant Units | 1,206 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 17,977 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,206 |
| Owner Occupied | 62.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 37.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
ZIP code 82001 is located in Cheyenne, Wyoming, within Laramie County. With a population of 37,955, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.5 years. Economically, 82001 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $74,149 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 82001 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $291,400 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,044 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 62.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 48% since 2019.
The population of 82001 is primarily White (74.67%). Residents are well-educated — 48.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.7%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 82001 stands at 2.9%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 82001 in Cheyenne, WY is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 37,955 residents, a median household income of $74,149, and a median home value of $291,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wyoming.