Moving to F.E. Warren Space Force Base
Housing, neighborhoods, schools, and 2026 BAH for families PCSing to Cheyenne, Wyoming.
Also known as: F.E. Warren, Warren AFB
F.E. Warren Space Force Base, on the edge of Cheyenne, Wyoming, operates Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missiles as part of the nuclear deterrent. Families PCSing here live in Cheyenne, essentially the only nearby city, drawn by no state income tax, low prices, and a high-plains lifestyle with cold, windy winters.
Last updated: 2026-07-19
On-base vs off-base housing
On-base housing serves families with the usual waitlists. Off-base, Cheyenne is the only real option and wraps right around the base, with a range of established and newer neighborhoods across the city. Wyoming has no state income tax and Cheyenne prices are moderate, so buying with a VA loan is common, with short commutes throughout the small city.
Where military families live near F.E. Warren Space Force Base
Families PCSing to F.E. Warren Space Force Base most often settle in West Cheyenne, East / South Cheyenne, North Cheyenne. The table below shows typical rents, home prices, and drive time to the gate for each.
| Area | 3-bed rent | Home prices | To gate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Cheyenne | $1,250-$1,750 | $260k-$360k | 5-15 min | Closest to the base with the shortest commute. |
| East / South Cheyenne | $1,300-$1,850 | $280k-$390k | 10-20 min | Newer neighborhoods and more inventory across the city. |
| North Cheyenne | $1,200-$1,700 | $250k-$350k | 10-20 min | Established neighborhoods with a range of prices. |
2026 BAH near F.E. Warren Space Force Base
Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) at F.E. Warren Space Force Base is set by the WY324 (Cheyenne, WY) military housing area. Rates below are monthly, by pay grade, for 2026.
| Pay grade | With dependents | Without dependents |
|---|---|---|
| E-5 | $1,653 | $1,326 |
| E-7 | $2,301 | $1,725 |
| O-3 | $2,442 | $2,010 |
Source: DoD/DTMO 2026 BAH rate table (travel.dod.mil), effective January 1, 2026.
Schools near F.E. Warren Space Force Base
| School | Level | District | Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheyenne East High School | High | Laramie County School District 1 | Cheyenne |
| Cheyenne Central High School | High | Laramie County School District 1 | Cheyenne |
| Alta Vista Elementary | Elementary | Laramie County School District 1 | Cheyenne |
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What is it like being stationed at F.E. Warren?
Cheyenne is a small, friendly high-plains city, and F.E. Warren sits right on its edge, so commutes are short. Wyoming has no state income tax and prices are moderate, which helps financially. Winters are cold and windy at altitude, but many families enjoy the low cost of living and easy access to Colorado’s Front Range an hour south.
Where do families live near F.E. Warren SFB?
Nearly everyone lives in Cheyenne, which wraps right around the base. West Cheyenne is closest to the gate, while newer neighborhoods on the east and south sides offer more inventory. The whole city is small, so commutes stay short, and buying with a VA loan is common given the moderate prices.
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