Real Estate Investing in Chugwater, Wyoming (82210)

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Platte County • Population: 248 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 82210 (Chugwater, WY)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (60/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

📈 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
1 flag
  • High vacancy: 43.1% of homes vacant — above national norms.

• Limited market data — this is a very small market; averages are built from few observations and can swing widely. • Modeled rent — no observed market rent for this ZIP; the figure is estimated from HUD fair-market rent.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $276,641
Avg Monthly Rent $972
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $63,235
% Renters 11.4%

Market Analysis: 82210 Chugwater

On the rental side, ZIP 82210 has challenges — vacancy pressure, softer price growth, and tenant stability concerns sit alongside the $277K median. It rewards specialists, not generalists.

Distressed does not mean uninvestable. It means the margin for error is thinner. ZIP 82210 rewards the prepared, punishes the overconfident, and leaves the math unchanged either way.

Nearby ZIPs in Chugwater have seen price recovery that 82210 has not matched. Platte County data supports the view that the spread is structural rather than temporary.

Put differently, 248 residents fill the ZIP, renter turnover runs higher than neighboring postal codes and delinquency risk is a real line item rather than a theoretical one.

looks to the ZIP is not uninvestable, but it is unforgiving. Section 8 landlords, local operators, and specialized value-add funds are the investor types that tend to succeed.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Chugwater:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 67/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4.4× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+3.8%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $972/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$286K$260K$233K$207K$181K$155KFeb 2018May 2022Jul 2026

📊 How Does 82210 Compare?

Metric 82210 Chugwater Wyoming
Home Value $276,641 $276,641 $359,462
5-Year CAGR 6.7% 6.7% 6.2%
Avg Rent $972 $972 -
Cap Rate 2.7% 2.7% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.7%
Low
5yr Growth
+6.7%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $276,641
Monthly Rent $972
Price-to-Rent 23.7:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 4.2%
Cap Rate 2.7%
5-Year IRR 9.5%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +3.8% ▲
3-Year CAGR +5.8% ▲
5-Year CAGR +6.7% ▲
10-Year CAGR N/A

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.7%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.7%). Financing reduces your cash-on-cash return below the cap rate. Markets like this may still make sense as IRR plays — factoring in appreciation, depreciation, and a future refinance when rates drop.

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⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
43.1%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+6.7%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 82210

Population: 248

💰 Median Household Income
$63,235
This area
$63,235
State
$76,105
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
11.4%
This area
11.4%
State
22.9%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
0.9%
This area
0.9%
State
-25.4%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
19.3%
This area
19.3%
State
-7.9%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
69.5 years
This area
69.5 years
State
-60.3 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
43.1%
This area
43.1%
State
25.9%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 98.3%
Other/Mixed 1.7%
Hispanic/Latino 0.4%
👶 Under 18
12.8%
This area
12.8%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
56.0%
This area
56.0%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
0.9%
This area
0.9%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 82210

B Avg School Grade
1 Schools
7.0:1 Avg Class Size

Schools in This ZIP Code

B Good

Prairie View Community School

📚 K – 12 K-12 Charter
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57 Students
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7.0:1 Class Size
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are rental rates like in Chugwater, WY?

Average rent in Chugwater, WY is approximately $972/mo per month. Against $277K home values that yields a reasonable rent-to-price ratio.

Is Chugwater, WY good for house hacking?

The house hack math a challenging in Chugwater, WY. Owner-occupant buyers benefit from the $972/mo rents and $277K home values.

What price range are homes in Chugwater, WY?

The median home value in Chugwater, WY is roughly $277K. That puts it reasonable relative to the WY statewide average.

Is Chugwater, WY good for landlords?

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

What kind of tenants rent in Chugwater, WY?

Chugwater, WY offers a reliable renter base at the $972/mo rent level. Tenant turnover is reasonable for well-managed properties.

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