Laramie

Albany County, Wyoming

Population 38K |Median income $61,917 |1 hospital

Population

38,249

Albany County

Median Income

$61,917

-9% vs avg

Median Home Value

$333,000

+46% vs avg

Median Age

28.6

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

38K+4%

Median Income

$61,917+45%

Median Home Value

$333,000+65%

Poverty Rate

20.9%-20%

Unemployment

3.7%-24%

Economics

Median Rent

$931/mo

Poverty Rate

20.9% +47% vs avg

Unemployment 3.7%

Bachelor's Degree+ 55%

Work From Home 11.1%

Public Transit 2.1%

Population

White 83.6%

Asian 3.6%

African American 1.1%

Two or More Ethnicities 1.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration

30.6%

Obesity

27%

High Blood Pressure

25.4%

Binge Drinking

18.9%

Physical Inactivity

17.5%

Frequent Mental Distress

17.1%

Frequent Physical Distress

10.9%

Current Smoking

10.5%

Current Asthma

10.4%

Lack of Health Insurance

10.3%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 67.7%

Dental Visit 62.2%

Other Measures

Diabetes

7.5%

Coronary Heart Disease

4.7%

Stroke

2.4%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

2/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

IVINSON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

LARAMIE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Laramie Area 6

Bushfire Alerts

Planned Hazard Reduction Burn Underway at Kellys Mountain in Snowy Monaro Region

NSW RFS · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

High Wind Warning Issued for South Laramie Range and Foothills with Gusts Up to 70 MPH

NOAA · 1d ago

Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Sydney and Gosford/Wyong Areas Due to Intense Rainfall

BOM · 3d ago

Weather Alerts high

Snow Squall Warning Issued for Laramie and Albany Counties in Wyoming and Parts of Nebraska Panhandle

NOAA · 6d ago

Bushfire Alerts

Hazard Reduction Burn Underway at Kellys Mountain in Snowy Monaro Region

NSW RFS · 6d ago

Weather Alerts high

High Wind Warning Issued for Goshen and East Laramie Counties Through Sunday

NOAA · Mar 28, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Laramie, WY? ▼

Laramie, WY has a population of 38,249 people, located in Albany County, Wyoming.

What is the median household income in Laramie? ▼

The median household income in Laramie, WY is $61,917 per year. The poverty rate is 20.9%.

What is the median home value in Laramie? ▼

The median home value in Laramie, WY is $333,000. Median rent is $931/month.

What are the top health concerns in Laramie? ▼

The top health indicators in Laramie include Short Sleep Duration (30.6%), Obesity (27%), High Blood Pressure (25.4%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Laramie? ▼

Laramie has 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Laramie? ▼

The median age in Laramie, WY is 28.6 years. 55% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Laramie, WY is located in Albany County, Wyoming. With a population of 38K and a median household income of $61,917, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Laramie area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Albany County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.