F.E. Warren AFB
F.E. Warren AFB is the Air Force's oldest continuously active base and home to the 90th Missile Wing, which manages one of the three legs of the nuclear triad with Minuteman III ICBMs spread across Wyoming, Colorado, and Nebraska. The base sits on the western edge of Cheyenne, Wyoming's capital city, offering affordable housing, wide-open spaces, and easy access to Rocky Mountain recreation. Denver is just 100 miles south, providing big-city amenities while the base maintains a quieter pace of life.
Neighborhoods Near F.E. Warren AFB
Popular communities where military families stationed at F.E. Warren AFB choose to live.
Cheyenne (West Side)
5–10 min to main gateNeighborhoods on Cheyenne's west side closest to Warren provide convenient base access with established residential streets and moderate prices.
Cheyenne (South College Drive area)
10–15 min to main gateA growing area along College Drive with newer shopping, restaurants, and residential developments. A popular choice for families wanting amenities nearby.
Fox Farm-College
15–20 min to main gateUnincorporated Laramie County communities just south of Cheyenne with larger lots, rural character, and affordable prices.
Schools & Education
Laramie County School District 1
LCSD1 is Wyoming's largest school district and serves all of Cheyenne. Schools are generally solid with a strong focus on college and career readiness. The district is well-supported by the military community.
- Cheyenne East and Cheyenne Central are both strong comprehensive high schools
- District offers robust vocational and career technical education aligned with Wyoming industries
- University of Wyoming nearby enables dual enrollment for high schoolers
Things to Do Near Cheyenne
Local favorites for dining, outdoor adventures, and entertainment in the Cheyenne area.
The 'Daddy of 'em All' — the world's largest outdoor rodeo and Western celebration each July draws major country acts and hundreds of thousands of visitors.
Free museum in the state capital complex chronicling Wyoming's natural history, Native American cultures, and frontier heritage.
Dramatic granite rock formations in the Medicine Bow National Forest just 30 miles west of Cheyenne, world-famous for technical rock climbing.
A Cheyenne institution packed with eclectic memorabilia serving enormous portions of American comfort food and a huge beer selection.
Cheyenne's premier urban park with a large playground, ball fields, picnic shelters, and the famous Big Boy Union Pacific locomotive on display.
The state capital's walkable downtown with independent shops, the Capitol building, and the Depot Museum in a restored 1886 train station.
Housing & Cost of Living
Cheyenne offers good value for a state capital with no state income tax. Housing has appreciated but remains affordable. The military community is large and well-integrated into the city.
Popular neighborhoods to consider:
PCS Tips for F.E. Warren AFB
- Contact the installation housing office early — wait lists can be long.
- Check BAH rates at the official DoD BAH calculator before setting your home budget.
- Get VA pre-approved before your PCS orders — it helps you move fast in competitive markets.
- Military-friendly real estate markets near bases can move quickly — be ready to act.