Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 28.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.07 |
| Below Poverty | 19.5% ▲ 95% above avg |
| College Grads | 62.2% ▲ 60% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.3% ▼ 12% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 141 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,575 (13.3%) |
| Some College | 1,940 (10%) |
| Associates | 2,645 (13.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,845 (9.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,211 (52.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,125 ▼ 21% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $321,346 ▲ 15% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $939/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 18,634 |
| Vacant Units | 2,028 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Albany County is located in Wyoming and encompasses 11 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 37,705 residents. With a median age of 28.51, it is a young county.
Albany County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $60,125 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 19.5% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Albany County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $321,346 — above the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $939.
The residents of Albany County are primarily White (80.33%). Educational attainment is highly educated — 62.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, significantly above the national average.
Albany County, WY is a solidly middle-class area in Wyoming. The 11 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 82052 | Buford | 86 | $79,318 | $605,300 | — | — | 91.9% |
| 82055 | Centennial | 364 | $103,828 | $495,500 | — | 0.0% | 80.1% |
| 82063 | Jelm | 58 | $92,250 | $295,000 | — | 0.0% | 78.4% |
| 82070 | Laramie | 20,149 | $65,399 | $325,500 | $960 | 3.9% | 60.8% |
| 82072 | Laramie | 16,438 | $52,717 | $313,300 | $901 | 4.6% | 63.4% |
| 82083 | Rock River | 326 | $48,125 | $127,300 | $1,558 | 0.0% | 54.0% |