Real Estate Investing in Rawlins, Wyoming

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 8,267 • Carbon County

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Should you buy in Rawlins, WY? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (72/100)

Solid choice — stable market with a reasonable entry point and good rental backup if you ever need to move.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (47/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
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  • High vacancy: 21.2% of homes vacant — above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

4.1% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

🏦 30-yr Fixed Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Avg Investability
Avg Home Value $204,978
Avg Monthly Rent $1,025
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Rawlins Real Estate

Across Rawlins's 1 ZIPs, the picture is muted: $205K median values, $1,025/mo rents, and a population that has faced real economic pressure.

Investors considering Rawlins, WY should understand what the ★★★☆☆ rating represents — a market with material structural headwinds, not a temporary rough patch.

Rent trends and price trends in Rawlins are both soft, which is the uncomfortable combination that defines distressed-leaning markets in Wyoming.

Rawlins's population trends and income levels suggest a market where affordability is strained, which constrains how aggressively rents can rise without hurting collections.

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Avg Home Value
$204,978
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,025
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (WY)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Rock Springs, WY metro

2/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
2/3
65%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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☀️ Warm Market — Rock Springs, WY metro
0
Days to pending
10.1%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Rawlins, WY

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rawlins, WY

What is the typical rental rate in Rawlins, WY?

The typical rental in Rawlins, WY commands about $1,025/mo monthly. That rent profile even-keeled cash flow against the $205K purchase basis.

Are eviction rules reasonable in Rawlins, WY?

Rawlins, WY falls under WY landlord-tenant law, which is landlord-friendly. That backdrop makes day-to-day property management reasonable.

What investment strategy works best in Rawlins, WY?

In Rawlins, WY the impressive play is typically careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. The combination of $205K prices and $1,025/mo rents suits that approach.

Is real estate in Rawlins, WY a good investment right now?

Rawlins, WY rates 3.0/5 for investability. With median values at $205K and rents near $1,025/mo, the market offers reasonable fundamentals for rental investors.

What kind of tenants rent in Rawlins, WY?

Tenant quality in Rawlins, WY ranks as solid. Landlords generally report reliable occupancy at market rents of $1,025/mo.

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