Home project costs in Cheyenne, WY
Every project we cover, priced for the Cheyenne metro with local BLS wages and BEA price levels.
The BEA price index for the Cheyenne area is 96.5 against 100 for the US, which puts Cheyenne 125th among 300 metros we track. Goods prices, which matter most for materials, are at 95.4. BLS counts roughly 48,470 jobs here.
In Cheyenne, 0 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 36 below, and 2 are level with it. The highest against the national midpoint are concrete driveway (level), stamped concrete (level) and concrete patio (−1%); the biggest discounts are roof replacement (−12%), metal roof (−11%) and gutters (−7%). The spread comes from which trades each job uses: a labor-heavy job follows local wages, while a materials-heavy job follows the goods index.
Weather: the nearest NOAA station (Cheyenne, 2 miles away) shows a January average low of 18°F, a July average high of 84°F and 15 inches of precipitation a year (1991-2020 normals). For concrete pours, the workable months are June through September; for exterior installation, they are March through November.
What local trades earn in Cheyenne
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $18.67 | $22.23 | $23.46 | $22.66 | 0.98 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $23.02 | $27.00 | $28.85 | $29.12 | 0.93 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $24.03 | $27.87 | $29.54 | $28.78 | 0.97 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $22.55 | $29.55 | $36.76 | $30.67 | 0.96 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $25.07 | $29.75 | $35.27 | $27.41 | 1.09 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $27.95 | $35.86 | $38.02 | $30.38 | 1.18 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $26.77 | n/a |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $18.13 | $21.40 | $29.13 | $26.65 | 0.80 |
Concrete & paving in Cheyenne
Across these 7 projects, Cheyenne averages −2% against national midpoints. Concrete driveway is highest at level and gravel driveway lowest at −4%.
| Project | Size | Cheyenne range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Cheyenne | 400 sq ft | $2,400 – $5,100 | −2% |
| Concrete driveway cost in Cheyenne | 600 sq ft | $3,650 – $9,250 | level |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Cheyenne | 600 sq ft | $2,950 – $7,250 | −2% |
| Gravel driveway cost in Cheyenne | 1,000 sq ft | $2,400 – $9,850 | −4% |
| Paver patio cost in Cheyenne | 300 sq ft | $2,900 – $5,250 | −4% |
| Concrete patio cost in Cheyenne | 300 sq ft | $1,250 – $4,000 | −1% |
| Stamped concrete cost in Cheyenne | 400 sq ft | $3,200 – $7,950 | level |
Decks & outdoor in Cheyenne
Across these 2 projects, Cheyenne averages −5% against national midpoints. Wood deck is highest at −5% and composite deck lowest at −6%.
| Project | Size | Cheyenne range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Cheyenne | 300 sq ft | $7,150 – $14,300 | −5% |
| Composite deck cost in Cheyenne | 300 sq ft | $11,400 – $22,800 | −6% |
Building & additions in Cheyenne
The 2 jobs here average −5% versus the US in Cheyenne, from −5% (home addition) to −4% (detached garage).
| Project | Size | Cheyenne range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Cheyenne | 576 sq ft | $27,900 – $56,000 | −4% |
| Home addition cost in Cheyenne | 300 sq ft | $35,900 – $72,800 | −5% |
Doors & windows in Cheyenne
Across these 5 projects, Cheyenne averages −5% against national midpoints. Garage door is highest at −4% and storm door lowest at −5%.
| Project | Size | Cheyenne range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Cheyenne | 1 door | $680 – $3,550 | −4% |
| Storm door cost in Cheyenne | 1 door | $330 – $900 | −5% |
| Front door cost in Cheyenne | 1 door | $470 – $2,350 | −5% |
| Window replacement cost in Cheyenne | 10 windows | $4,300 – $14,300 | −5% |
| Patio door cost in Cheyenne | 1 door | $570 – $5,700 | −5% |
Fencing in Cheyenne
Across these 4 projects, Cheyenne averages −5% against national midpoints. Chain-link fence is highest at −4% and aluminum fence lowest at −5%.
| Project | Size | Cheyenne range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Cheyenne | 150 linear ft | $2,900 – $7,300 | −5% |
| Vinyl fence cost in Cheyenne | 150 linear ft | $4,350 – $8,750 | −5% |
| Chain-link fence cost in Cheyenne | 150 linear ft | $1,450 – $5,900 | −4% |
| Aluminum fence cost in Cheyenne | 150 linear ft | $3,600 – $10,800 | −5% |
Roofing & exterior in Cheyenne
Across these 5 projects, Cheyenne averages −8% against national midpoints. Attic insulation is highest at −5% and roof replacement lowest at −12%.
| Project | Size | Cheyenne range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Cheyenne | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,250 – $11,100 | −12% |
| Metal roof cost in Cheyenne | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $8,700 – $29,100 | −11% |
| Gutters cost in Cheyenne | 160 linear ft | $1,150 – $3,900 | −7% |
| Vinyl siding cost in Cheyenne | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,950 – $23,800 | −5% |
| Attic insulation cost in Cheyenne | 1,000 sq ft | $950 – $3,800 | −5% |
Kitchen & bath in Cheyenne
The 5 jobs here average −4% versus the US in Cheyenne, from −4% (kitchen remodel) to −3% (shower pan).
| Project | Size | Cheyenne range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Cheyenne | 25 linear ft | $4,050 – $13,400 | −4% |
| Shower pan cost in Cheyenne | 1 pan | $910 – $2,700 | −3% |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Cheyenne | 120 sq ft | $17,700 – $30,100 | −4% |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Cheyenne | 45 sq ft | $4,500 – $22,400 | −4% |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Cheyenne | 30 sq ft | $290 – $1,450 | −3% |
Landscaping & drainage in Cheyenne
The 5 jobs here average −4% versus the US in Cheyenne, from −4% (sod installation) to −3% (French drain).
| Project | Size | Cheyenne range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Cheyenne | 60 linear ft | $580 – $2,050 | −3% |
| Retaining wall cost in Cheyenne | 200 sq ft of wall face | $6,800 – $12,900 | −4% |
| Sod installation cost in Cheyenne | 1,500 sq ft | $1,450 – $3,150 | −4% |
| Sprinkler system cost in Cheyenne | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $3,850 – $9,650 | −4% |
| Inground pool cost in Cheyenne | 450 sq ft | $34,800 – $108,500 | −4% |
Flooring & interior in Cheyenne
Across these 3 projects, Cheyenne averages −4% against national midpoints. Tile flooring is highest at −3% and hardwood flooring lowest at −5%.
| Project | Size | Cheyenne range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Cheyenne | 500 sq ft | $5,250 – $11,900 | −5% |
| Laminate flooring cost in Cheyenne | 500 sq ft | $1,950 – $6,750 | −4% |
| Tile flooring cost in Cheyenne | 200 sq ft | $2,400 – $9,650 | −3% |
Cheyenne against its nearest metros
Averaged over all 38 projects, Cheyenne prices −4% against the US midpoint. Of the 6 closest metros, 5 price higher and none lower. Pueblo is the lowest at −4% (215 miles) and Denver the highest at +3% (130 miles). These are unweighted averages of the midpoints, a rough guide to overall price level rather than a number for any one job.
| Metro | Distance | Price index | Goods index | All projects vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheyenne, WYthis page | 96.5 | 95.4 | −4% | |
| Greeley, CO | 55 miles | 100.2 | 96.1 | −3% |
| Fort Collins, CO | 60 miles | 101.1 | 96.1 | −2% |
| Boulder, CO | 90 miles | 105.2 | 96.1 | −1% |
| Denver, CO | 130 miles | 105.8 | 101.0 | +3% |
| Colorado Springs, CO | 170 miles | 100.7 | 96.1 | −3% |
| Pueblo, CO | 215 miles | 91.8 | 96.1 | −4% |