What is the average nursing home staffing level in Cheyenne?

Cheyenne nursing homes in this CMS data sample average 3.34 total nursing hours per resident per day (HPRD), with 0.82 RN HPRD. The Wyoming state average is 4.05 HPRD and the U.S. national average is 3.89 HPRD.

How do I choose a nursing home in Cheyenne?

Start with the CMS staffing star rating (target 4–5 stars) and total HPRD above 3.89. Check RN HPRD (target ≥ 1.0), weekend staffing levels, staff turnover (below 30% is excellent), and penalty/fine history. Request a tour and ask about staff-to-resident ratios on evenings and weekends specifically.

Does Medicaid cover nursing homes in Cheyenne?

Yes — Wyoming Medicaid covers skilled nursing facility care for eligible residents. You must meet income and asset limits and receive a level-of-care determination. Check our Medicaid eligibility tool for Wyoming-specific limits and the look-back period.

CMS PBJ Data · 2026

Cheyenne, WY Nursing Home Staffing

3 facilities · City avg 3.34 HPRD · 1 rated 5 stars

Facilities

3.34

Avg Total HPRD

0.82

Avg RN HPRD

1/3

5-Star Rated

Benchmarks: Wyoming avg 4.05 total HPRD / 0.82 RN · National avg 3.89 total / 0.69 RN · Federal minimum 3.48 total / 0.55 RN

All Nursing Homes in Cheyenne

Sorted by CMS overall star rating. Click any facility for full staffing charts and penalty history.

Life Care Center of Cheyenne

Cheyenne, WY · For profit

5★

4★

3.61

0.96

Granite Rehabilitation and Wellness

Cheyenne, WY · For profit

2★

4★

3.17

0.73

⚠ 1 CMS fine on record

View staffing detail

Polaris Rehabilitation and Care Center

Cheyenne, WY · For profit

1★

2★

3.24

0.76

⚠ 1 CMS fine on record

View staffing detail

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average nursing home staffing level in Cheyenne?: Cheyenne nursing homes in this CMS data sample average 3.34 total nursing hours per resident per day (HPRD), with 0.82 RN HPRD. The Wyoming state average is 4.05 HPRD and the U.S. national average is 3.89 HPRD.
How do I choose a nursing home in Cheyenne?: Start with the CMS staffing star rating (target 4–5 stars) and total HPRD above 3.89. Check RN HPRD (target ≥ 1.0), weekend staffing levels, staff turnover (below 30% is excellent), and penalty/fine history. Request a tour and ask about staff-to-resident ratios on evenings and weekends specifically.
Does Medicaid cover nursing homes in Cheyenne?: Yes — Wyoming Medicaid covers skilled nursing facility care for eligible residents. You must meet income and asset limits and receive a level-of-care determination. Check our Medicaid eligibility tool for Wyoming-specific limits and the look-back period.

Data: CMS Payroll-Based Journal via Care Compare. Updated every 24 hours via ISR.