| ZIP Code | 82070 |
|---|---|
| City | Laramie |
| State | Wyoming (WY) |
| County | Albany County |
| Area Code | 307 |
| Elevation | 7,160 ft |
| Latitude | 41.219644 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -105.844164 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 56001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 29.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.11 |
| Below Poverty | 19.3% ▲ 93% above avg |
| College Grads | 60.8% ▲ 57% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.9% ▼ 20% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 98 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,407 (13.4%) |
| Some College | 1,071 (10.2%) |
| Associates | 1,521 (14.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,143 (10.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,223 (49.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,399 ▼ 14% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $325,500 ▲ 17% above avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $960/mo ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,838 |
| Vacant Units | 887 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.11 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,838 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 887 |
| Owner Occupied | 50.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 49.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.11 |
ZIP code 82070 is located in Laramie, Wyoming, within Albany County. With a population of 20,149, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 29.4 years. Economically, 82070 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $65,399 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 82070 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $325,500 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $960 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (50.6%) and renters (49.4%). Median home values have increased by 38% since 2019.
The population of 82070 is primarily White (80.02%). Residents are highly educated — 60.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 19.3%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 82070 stands at 3.9%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 65%.
Overall, ZIP code 82070 in Laramie, WY is characterized as solidly middle-class, highly educated, and a young community. With 20,149 residents, a median household income of $65,399, and a median home value of $325,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Wyoming.