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What BestPlaces Users Say about Cheyenne
Cheyenne, Wyoming is a city located in the southeastern part of the state, known for its wide open spaces and western charm. It is the capital of Wyoming and the most populous city in the state. With a population of around 65,000, it is a relatively small city compared to other major cities in the United States. Many people choose to live in Cheyenne for its affordable cost of living, low crime rates, and access to outdoor recreational activities. However, there are also some downsides to living in Cheyenne, such as harsh winter weather and limited job opportunities. Below are excerpts from four different user reviews about living in Cheyenne, showcasing a variety of opinions and perspectives.
1. From "John S.": "I've lived in Cheyenne for over 20 years and I absolutely love it. The small town feel is great and the people are friendly. It's also a very safe place to live, with low crime rates. The only downside is the cold winters, but if you're used to it, it's not too bad."
2. From "Emily D.": "I moved to Cheyenne for a job opportunity and have been here for a year. Overall, I'm not a fan. The city feels pretty isolated and there isn't much to do. The winter weather is brutal and the summers can be scorching. I'm also not a fan of the conservative politics and lack of diversity."
3. From "Mark T.": "Cheyenne is a great place to raise a family. The schools are good, there are plenty of parks and outdoor activities, and the cost of living is affordable. As a bonus, it's only a short drive to the mountains for skiing or hiking. My only complaint is that it can feel a bit slow-paced at times."
4. From "Maria L.": "I've lived in many different cities and Cheyenne is by far my favorite. The community here is incredibly supportive and welcoming. There's always something going on, whether it's a festival, farmers market, or concert. The only downside is the lack of job opportunities, especially for young professionals."
based on 59 ReviewsGet to know Cheyenne with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Cheyenne
Mixed Review - 3/3/2016
I lived here for less than 1 year. It was so so. Its a larger, small town - a larger city in Wyoming, with a small town feel. It has some very pretty parks, and a rich and interesting history. It has many historical sites that are fascinating to learn about and visit.
I did a lot of photography in the area, and it was a good place for it. There are many "nature" options here too, and with Curt Gowdy State Park and Vedawoo to the West of it, outdoor recreation was easy and fun.
I am a church goer and can tell you the religious climate is conservative, overall. I never was totally settled in a church, but still have one good friend I met at a local church there. Overall, my religious experience in Cheyenne was better than in some other places I'd lived.
A note: Healthcare here is not good. A lot of people travel to Ft. Collins, CO for good health care. I do not recommend the local hospital at all, FYI.
Employment options were
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I like Cheyenne - 12/2/2015
I'm surprised by the comments I've read here. I grew up in Cheyenne, moved away for 2 decades and came back. Cheyenne was a great place to grow up and I was happy to bring my kids back to finish school. Cheyenne is a giving community, where volunteerism is the of the highest priority for most. The downtown is undergoing changes that are exciting to everyone. New restaurants and brewery's are slowly opening, along with events such as downtown concerts and art festivals. Morris House Bistro and the Chop House offer amazing food, with more restaurants coming. If you can't find something to do in Cheyenne you aren't really trying. They have millennial groups are involved in the community, and great tech jobs. If you are a qualified techie - you have your choice of multiple jobs. Even Microsoft and Green House Data call Cheyenne home. The school system still offers art, PE and music to all it's students, I think most take these privileges for granted. The housing fine-there is a lovely
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cheyenne wy. is not a nice place to live - 9/20/2015
greedy little town , the government has cut funds so harshly the disabled and elderly don't have a chance , there's no work no affordable housing and what is affordable is a dump ,bed bugs leaky roofs flooding dirt mold land lords are not required to keek the property to a standard, no place to go if you don't drink booze it's very expensive here i tried the library it's small very limited and the restaurants are not great 2 are ok 1 is great i just can't get over the fact that most people here will not donate food and time to help the disabled and elderly also the crime rate here is growing and the cheyenne police don't really do anything to prevent crime they have harassed it's people by stopping them and questioning them for no reason it's not even a nice place to visit it's just another place to go to get drunk it's to cold in the winter and the winters are long the transit system here is lousy no one in government whether it be an employee or an official cares about the people
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cheyenne - 9/1/2015
People are very kind and friendly. Very cold with high winds that stretches across the winter months And not for the faint of
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hmmm - 3/9/2014
This Cheyenne is a joke. Has no curb apeal nothing downtown .such a ugly boring town. Everything looks so old and seems like the state dont take care of the old historic buildings all around a trashy place
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Pros and Cons - 11/17/2013
After living here for 30+ years, it's time for a more temperate climate. It has been a wonderful place to raise children. Low crime, no state income tax. The wind and bitter cold are the two things I won't miss. Right now the SE corner of the state is in a boom cycle. High paying oil field jobs. If you have a CDL, you will have no problem gaining
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Quiet- Not a lot to do - SMALL town - 10/19/2013
Cheyenne is a small town. People live here for a long time. A lot of seniors. After college most leave, to pursue careers in more thriving communities. It is a nice place to come home to, to visit your parents. But if you are looking for social life, it isn't here. Traffic & commute time isn't here either, nor are swarms of people, or a high cost of living. There isn't a lot of crime. However the trade off is, there isn't anything else either. There are a few chain restaurants- olive garden, red lobster etc., on the main drag. But you will not find anything trendy, hip, or unusual. If you like quiet, people minding their own business, having a nice home for a low price, etc., you can get that here. As long as you recognize that you will need to travel 1 and 1/2 hours to get to Denver and have some fun. Even Fort Collins which is 1/2 hour away can give you a little variety/more things to do. So if you live in Cheyenne, the town itself is not a hotbed of activity, but
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Climate - 9/8/2013
Cheyenne is a great place to live with a varied climate. It is just like any other place, as it has good points and bad points. There is greater diversity with race and religion with more people moving in now, and there is population growth. Cheyenne is a unique place with lots to do. One gets use to the wind after awhile. Not isolating is the key. The wind has not blown in days, so everything is great. One must generate a positive attitude to live here. There is much natural beauty to Cheyenne. There is a lot to do here. Welcome to
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HOME PRICES - 7/7/2013
HELLO EVERYONE. CHEYENNE IS NOT A BAD TOWN. SLOWER PACE OF LIFE, RELATIVELY LOWER TAXES,SOMEWHAT FRIENDLIER THAN MANY LARGE CITIES.. I LIVED IN CHEYENNE FOR MANY YEARS AND MOVED TO SHERIDAN 11 YEARS AGO. THE BIGGEST ISSUE FACING MANY PEOPLE, ESPECIALLY YOUNG FOLK, IS THE HIGH COST OF REALESTATE IN CHEYENNE. THE AVERAGE HOME THERE COSTS 176,000. I CANT SEE THE HOW THE LOCAL JOB MARKET CAN SUPPORT SUCH HIGH REALESTATE PRICES. YES. CHEYENNE HAS THE AIRFORCE BASE AND MANY OTHER GOVERNMENT INSTITUTIONS. BUT NOT EVERYONE HAS A HIGH PAYING FEDREAL JOB. HOUSING UNFORTUNATELY, HAS BECOME PRICEY THROUGHOUT MOST WESTERN STATES.THE SITUATION IN NORTHERN COLORADO IS FAR WORSE AND MORE EXPENSIVE.. MOST WESTERN TOWNS THAT ARE CLOSE TO MOUNTAIN VISTAS HAVE BECOME UNAFORDABLE TO LIVE.. TWENTY YEARS AGO A COMMON MAN COULD BUY A NICE MODEST 2 BEDROOM ONE BATH HOUSE FOR 50 TO 60 THOUSAND. NOT ANYMORE. THESE PRICES CONTINUE TO INCREASE DUE TO THE INFLUX OF OUT OF STATERS LOOKING TO RELOCATE AWAY FROM
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home prices outa site in cheyenne - 7/5/2013
20 TO 25 YEARS AGO VERY FEW PEOPLE WANTED TO COME AND LIVE IN WYOMING. BUT FOR THE WYOMING DIEHARDS, LIFE WAS GOOD. CHEYENNE HAD AFFORDABLE HOUSES, CHEAP RENT AND LOW TAXES. ALL THAT HAS CHANGED NOW! WYOMING'S BEEN DISCOVERD. IF YOU DID NOT BUY A NICE HOME FOR A GOOD PRICE 20 YEARS AGO, THEN YOU ARE SCREWED. HOME PRICES HAVE GONE SPIRAL HERE. CALIFORNIANS, AMONGST OLDER RETIRED PEOPLE WHO HAVE THE MEANS AND THE INCOME ARE COMING TO WYOMING. AS FOR THE YOUNG WORKING CLASS, FORGET ABOUT OWNING A DECENT NICE HOME IN WYOMING. THE AVERAGE IS CLOSE TO 200K .. GOOD LUCK TO ALL THE WANABES WYOMING FOLKS WHO THINK WYOMING IS PARADISE. IT AINT.. THE BANKERS AND GREEDY LANDOWNERS HAVE GO THEIR PAWS DUG IN NOW. NO MORE CHEAP WYOMING.. SAD FOR THE LOWLY WORKING STIFF. CANT LIVE OUT HERE
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