Cost of Living in Gillette, WY
Population: 33,278 • 2026 Data
$90,699
Median Household Income
+17% vs national
$922
Median Monthly Rent
-32% vs national
$257,200
Median Home Value
-24% vs national
4.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Gillette
The median home value in Gillette, WY is $257,200. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $922, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,222.
Rent-to-income ratio: 12.2%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Gillette, WY is $90,699. The unemployment rate stands at 4.3%, with a labor force of 17,672 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.