RANK #23 / 1001 NAT · POP 101,060
1YR FORECAST: +1.3%
5YR OUTLOOK: +41%
Laramie County, Wyoming, stands out for its unique blend of Old West heritage and access to natural landscapes. Home to Cheyenne, the state capital, the county is situated at the intersection of Interstates 80 and 25, about 100 miles north of Denver, Colorado. This location provides a commute shorter than the national average, around 14 minutes. The community offers a sparse suburban feel with many parks and a strong sense of belonging. Outdoor recreation is a significant draw, with opportunities for hiking, biking, fishing, kayaking, and paddleboarding at nearby Curt Gowdy State Park and Vedauwoo Recreation Area, known for its granite formations. The Greater Cheyenne Greenway also offers over 45 miles of paved trails for walking and cycling.
Life in Laramie County appeals to families and remote workers seeking a balance of affordability and outdoor access. The Laramie County School District 1 is the largest in the state, serving over 13,500 students across numerous elementary, junior high, and high schools. The local economy is experiencing growth, driven by strategic investments in sectors like data centers and energy. Cheyenne has seen a surge in housing permits and construction, aiming to address housing affordability. The presence of F.E. Warren Air Force Base also contributes to the county's diverse demographic and stable employment.
Laramie County is one of 110 U.S. counties in this market profile — stronger than typical on the BoomTown Index. Within this cohort, its recent home-price change of +3.8% runs above the profile's typical +2.4%.
See all 110 Educated Suburban Growth counties →Overvalued relative to economy
Above national median (15x)
Housing looks overvalued at 11.3x — home prices are high relative to local economic output. Climate and geography support a structural premium. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
Estimated local headcount ranges. Larger employers shown as floor + "+"; smaller employers show exact counts where reported.
Bars show trailing 12-month growth. The dashed Forecast bars are the model's next-12-month projection; the whisker marks the ±1% range (cooling–accelerating).
Source: Redfin · Census BPS — Browse sales on Redfin →
Source: CDC/NCHS vital statistics via County Health Rankings (2020–2022 avg). Rates per 100,000 population. Grade based on homicide rate relative to national average (~6.3). Learn more →
Source: EPA Air Quality System (2021–2023). Grade based on 3-year average median AQI. Learn about AQI →
| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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Project Jade Data Center Campus & BFC Power/Cheyenne Power Hub
Crusoe and Tallgrass Energy Partners
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$50,000M | Under Construction |
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Related Digital Cheyenne Data Center Campus
Related Digital (anchor tenant CoreWeave)
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$1,200M | Under Construction |
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Meta Cheyenne Data Center (Project Cosmo)
Meta
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$800M | Under Construction |
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Laramie Range Wind Project
Repsol Renewables
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$650M | Planned |
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Cowboy Solar II (Battery Storage)
Enbridge
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$400M | Planned |
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Southern Power Cheyenne Solar
Southern Power
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$150M | Operating |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
Bars show percentile rank among all 1001 counties.
Laramie County ranks #23 out of 1001 U.S. counties on the Boom Town Index with a score of 98/100, putting it in the top tier nationally. Job growth of +1.7% and a median household income of $80,173 point to a county with active economic momentum.
Laramie County leans toward the expensive side. A median home value of $348,700 against an income-to-home-value ratio of 0.23 means housing eats a bigger share of local earnings than the national norm. Renters face $1,160/month on average.
Employers in Laramie County are hiring — job growth of +1.7% — but the population is close to flat (+0.4% YoY). Home values moved +3.8% over the past year. Labor demand is outpacing local population growth, which tends to tighten wages and housing.
Not particularly — 1.43% of Laramie County's population moved in from another state, which is below the national average. Most residents are long-term locals rather than recent transplants.