Moving to F.E. Warren Air Force Base
F.E. Warren is home to the 90th Missile Wing, which operates Minuteman III missiles across roughly 9,600 square miles of Wyoming, Nebraska and Colorado. The base is inside the city of Cheyenne at about 6,200 feet, offering high-plains weather, Denver within reach and a distinctly Western culture.
| Branch | Air Force |
|---|---|
| Nearest city | Cheyenne, WY |
| Airports | Cheyenne Regional (CYS); Denver International (DEN) is about 90 miles south |
| Climate | Windy, semi-arid high plains with cold, snowy winters and mild summers; altitude is about 6,200 feet. |
| Cost of living | Moderate; one- and two-bedroom rentals are widely available but larger homes are limited and pricey. |
| On-base housing | Balfour Beatty Communities (281 Blue Spruce Drive) |
| Medical care | 90th Medical Group clinic |
| Family support center | Airman & Family Readiness Center / Military and Family Support Center |
Where families live
On-base family housing
Privatized housing run by Balfour Beatty with an on-site office.
Cheyenne (central/historic)
Older homes and apartments near downtown and the Frontier Days grounds.
Cheyenne (east side)
Newer subdivisions and apartments; rental rates vary widely by location.
Cheyenne (west side)
Residential neighborhoods with a suburban feel and larger lots.
Pine Bluffs / Burns area
Small towns outside Cheyenne for a rural lifestyle and more space.
Schools
Most families live within Laramie County School District 1, which serves Cheyenne and has about 12,900 students in 38 schools. There are no DoDEA schools. The School Liaison Office can advise on enrollment and school options.
- Laramie County School District 1 — Serves Cheyenne and the base area; K-12.
F.E. Warren School Liaison Office (through the Airman & Family Readiness Center)
Things to do near F.E. Warren Air Force Base
- Cheyenne Frontier DaysfamilyAnnual July rodeo and Western celebration; plan housing and arrivals around it.
- F.E. Warren ICBM and Heritage MuseummuseumMuseum covering the base's history and missile mission.
- Wyoming State MuseummuseumState history museum in downtown Cheyenne.
- Cheyenne Botanic GardensfamilyGardens and greenhouse in Lions Park.
- Curt Gowdy State ParkoutdoorsReservoirs and trails west of Cheyenne for hiking, biking and fishing.
- Denverday-tripBig-city shopping, sports and dining roughly an hour and a half south.
- Medicine Bow National Forest and VedauwoooutdoorsRock formations and hiking west of Cheyenne.
Realtors & local services
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Local programs & support
- Military Housing Office referral serviceTracks military-friendly rentals and works with landlords, realtors and property managers; call before signing a lease.
PCS tips for F.E. Warren Air Force Base
- Avoid reporting in the last two full weeks of July if you can; Frontier Days makes lodging scarce and expensive.
- Expect altitude effects for a week or more at about 6,200 feet; hydrate and use sunscreen.
- Winterize your vehicle and carry emergency supplies if driving in during winter.
- Larger rentals (three or more bedrooms) are limited and many landlords restrict pets, so confirm before committing.
Benefits to use on this move
- Dislocation Allowance (DLA)Service members relocating a household on PCS orders
- Temporary Lodging Expense (TLE)Families who need a hotel or short-term rental while moving within the U.S.
- Personally Procured Move (PPM / DITY)Families who want to move some or all of their own goods
- VA Home Loan GuarantyService members, veterans and some surviving spouses buying a home
- Pet Transportation ReimbursementFamilies moving a cat or dog on PCS orders
- Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military ChildrenSchool-age children of active duty families changing schools
- School Liaison ProgramParents choosing schools and transferring records
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Last researched 2026-10. Housing partners, school assignments and phone numbers change; confirm with the installation before you sign anything. Spot an error? Send a correction.