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Edited by Sam Rokni — Editor & Owner, SearchSystems.net. Public records professional since 1999. NAPBS founding member. Full bio & credentials.
Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Albany County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Wyoming state publishers on the review date. 6 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Albany County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Albany County, Wyoming — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
39,288
Population
Census estimate
16,290
Households
Census estimate
$55,887
Median income
Annual household
$291,500
Median home value
Census ACS
Laramie
County seat
In Wyoming
Criminal records
3 sources
Court records
1 source
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
5 sources
Vital records
1 source
Voter records
see state portal
Professional licenses
see state portal
Recorded documents
see state portal
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Albany County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Albany County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | April 15, 2022 Chief Justice Kate M. Fox 307-777- ... |
| Wants & warrants | No verified source — see Albany County state portal below |
| Property records | Assessor | Albany County, WY Treasurer | Albany County, WY |
| Vital records | Vital Record Services - Wyoming Department of Health |
| Voter records | No verified source — see Albany County state portal below |
| Professional licenses | No verified source — see Albany County state portal below |
| Recorded documents | Albany County Home Page Results of Election | Albany County, WY STATE OF WYOMING Office of the Secretary of State |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Albany County. Sources reviewed June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Albany County Records
2026
Albany County official government portal active
The official Albany County government website at www.co.albany.wy.us continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Albany County court records portal verified
State court system links for Albany County verified against the Wyoming judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Albany County property records online
Albany County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
The 4-Step Albany County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Albany County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Albany County clerk's office is the first stop.
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Step 2 — Use the Wyoming statewide systems
Criminal background, court case search, voter registration, and professional licensing are all run at the Wyoming state level — not by the county.
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Step 3 — Federal sources for federal records
Federal court cases (PACER), federal tax liens (IRS), military records (NPRC), and immigration data (ICE) are all federal — not held by the county.
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Step 4 — Cross-check before relying on data
Most county portals lag 24-48 hours behind the courthouse. For time-sensitive verification, call the clerk directly.
Five Things People Get Wrong About Albany County Records
❌ Myth: "Albany County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Albany County are held by the Wyoming state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Albany County are gone everywhere."
✓ Truth: False. Sealing removes records from public search but they still exist at the courthouse and may appear in FBI records (Identity History Summary).
❌ Myth: "Free 'instant background' sites have Albany County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Wyoming state repository has verified, current Albany County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Albany County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Albany County assessor's value is for property tax purposes only — usually below market value.
❌ Myth: "All county records older than 50 years are public."
✓ Truth: Partially false. Public-records rules vary by record type AND state. Court records and deeds are usually older-public; vital records remain restricted longer (often 75-125 years).
Primary Sources and Official Record Portals
- www.co.albany.wy.us — Official Albany County government website
- www.courts.state.wy.us — Court records — official source
- wyomingdci.wyo.gov — Criminal records — official source
- www.albanycountywy.gov — Property records — official source
- health.wyo.gov — Vital records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Albany County & Wyoming Records
For records not specific to Albany County, use Wyoming's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 Wyoming statewide record systems:
- Wyoming Court Records →
- Wyoming Criminal Records →
- Wyoming Property Records →
- Wyoming Vital Records →
- Wyoming Voter Records →
- Wyoming Wants & Warrants →
- Wyoming Licenses →
- Wyoming Recorded Documents →
🇺🇸 National hubs:
Related Public Records
Wyoming statewide records: Court records · Criminal records · Wants & warrants · Property records · Vital records · Voter records · Licenses · Recorded docs
National directories: Court records · Criminal records · Property records · Vital records · Federal databases
About Albany County, Wyoming
Albany County is located in southeast Wyoming. The county seat is Laramie (official site: http://www.co.albany.wy.us ).
- Population: 39,288
- Households: 16,290
- Median household income: $55,887
- Median home value: $291,500
- Below poverty line: 23.0%
- Land area: 4,274.2 sq mi
- Population density: 9.2 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 3
- NCES schools indexed: 18
Assessor | Albany County, WY
Official Free
The constitutional duty of the Assessor is to list, locate, and value all property in Albany County . To accomplish this, we use industry accepted mass appraisal procedures and methodologies. I believe all citizens should be informed on this process and we are here to serve.
Treasurer | Albany County, WY
Official Free
The Cowboy Family Report from the Wyoming Taxpayers Association Information on how to reach us Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. through 5:00 p.m.: Drop Box: Located within the courthouse in the new entry on the north side of the building (Ivinson Avenue side of the building) We have additional information and options to transact business online. Those options are as follows: 1. iTax – this is an online portal to look up your property tax information and to be able to pay it on the spot.
GIS | Albany County, WY
Official Free
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) uses hardware, software and data for displaying information visually . The county's GIS works to help support and guide decisions of Albany County Government and local agencies. County's GIS also assists the public in their mapping needs.
Tax Lien Sale | Albany County, WY
Official Free
Location: Held at the Albany County Fairgrounds, in the east side of the Activity Building located at: 3510 South 3rd Street Laramie, WY 82070 · Registration begins at 7:45 am, sales of real property will begin promptly at 9 am, and late arrivals will not be able to take part · The name on ...
Research Recorded Documents | Albany County, WY
Official Free
Online. Our records are housed on two separate websites. ArcaSearch contains all recorded documents prior to October 1997 (except for some mining documents and corner records.) iDocMarket contains all records from October 1997 to present.
Contact | Albany County, WY
Official Free
Find out how to contact your County Commissioners. Gather more information about zoning, land use, and the permit process by contacting the Planning Department. Learn how to contact the Sheriff's Office for non-emergency situations, or the Albany County Detention Center.
Service Provider Directory | VINE by Equifax
Official Free
Users can contact service providers directly from the VINELink mobile app . Choose your state to view directory guidelines (if applicable) and how to join. There is no cost for your agency to be added to the directory. Requests are reviewed and approved by the VINE program manager in the state.
April 15, 2022 Chief Justice Kate M. Fox 307-777- ...
Official Free
The purpose of the Children’s for Wyoming’s most vulnerable population—abused and neglected children in the court system. Find more information here. Judicial Nominating Commission Announces Vacancy In Circuit Court, Eighth Judicial District (Goshen County
Public Access to Court Electronic Records | PACER: Federal Court Records
Criminal & Court Records
.gov
Federal court electronic records (Public Access to Court Electronic Records).
pacer.gov
Vital Record Services - Wyoming Department of Health
Official Free
Open to the public: Mon-Thur: 9am to 4pm Friday: By appointment only Excluding Holidays Vital Statistics Services helps the public file and access vital records . Vital records include birth, death, fetal death, marriage, divorce and other related data. Vital events are filed with the registrar
Albany County Home Page
Official Free
Official Albany County, Wyoming government source (www.albanycountywy.gov).
STATE OF WYOMING Office of the Secretary of State
Business, Voter & Other
.gov
SEC filings and company registrations.
sec.gov
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I find Albany County property records?
Albany County property records are maintained by the County Clerk, which records deeds, mortgages, and liens. Search the Assessor | Albany County, WY portal directly: https://www.albanycountywy.gov/158/Assessor.
What's the difference between sealing and expunging a record in Wyoming?
In Wyoming, a sealed record is hidden from public view but still exists and remains visible to law enforcement, licensing boards, and some employers. An expunged record is treated by Wyoming law as if it never happened — though FBI and federal records may persist regardless of state action. The relief process runs through the sentencing court.
Can I find out if someone is divorced in Wyoming?
Yes. Search the court case index for the person's name in the county where they lived. Most Wyoming counties offer free online case-search portals. The state vital records office also issues divorce verifications for a fee.
How do I run a Wyoming background check?
Wyoming background checks are handled by the Wyoming DCI. Name-based searches are available through the official state portal (per-search fee applies). Fingerprint-based checks — required for licensing, foster care, and many employers — must be submitted through an approved vendor.