Albany County

As of the latest data, Albany County, WY, has a population of approximately 37,066. The racial composition is about 87% White, 6% Hispanic or Latino, 2.6% Asian, 1.8% African American, and 2.6% other races or mixed. The median household income is around $49,680, with a poverty rate of 21.7%. The median age is 27.7 years, reflecting the presence of the University of Wyoming in Laramie, the county seat.

As of 2023, Albany County, WY, has a median home price of around $300,000. Average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Laramie, the county seat, hovers around $850 per month. The area's homeownership rate is about 48%, with a rental vacancy rate near 6%. Housing affordability remains a concern, as the cost of living exceeds the national average by roughly 5%. The county features a mix of single-family homes, student housing, and rental units, driven by the presence of the University of Wyoming.

As of the 2022 Wyoming elections, Albany County featured key races including those for the U.S. House, state legislature, and local offices. In the U.S. House race, incumbent Republican Liz Cheney was a prominent candidate. For the Wyoming State Senate District 10, candidates included Republican incumbent Dan Furphy and Democrat Karma Lynn Giuliano. The Wyoming House Districts 13, 14, and 45 saw contested races: Dan Zwonitzer (R) and candidate signatures were required in District 13, while Cathy Connolly (D) ran for District 14. Erin O'Doherty (D) and Karlee Provenza (D) contested in District 45.

In local Albany County races, the county commission had multiple seats up for election. A total of 18,000 votes were cast in the 2020 general election. Key local issues included managing university relations and rural broadband access. For updated 2024 candidate lists and specific election details, refer to the Albany County official elections website.

Albany County, WY is home to a well-educated population, significantly influenced by the presence of the University of Wyoming in Laramie. As of recent data:

• High school graduation rate: Approximately 95.3%, higher than the national average of around 88% and the Wyoming state average of 91.1%.
• Bachelor's degree or higher: About 49.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold at least a bachelor's degree, compared to the national average of 33.1% and the state average of 28.2%.

Overall, Albany County exhibits higher educational attainment levels than both state and national averages, largely due to the concentration of higher education resources in the area.

As of recent data, Albany County, WY has a labor force participation rate of about 61.1%. The unemployment rate stands at approximately 3.1%, lower than the national average of 4.0% and the Wyoming state average of 4.2%.

Top industries in Albany County include Education, with the presence of the University of Wyoming being a significant employer. Other key sectors are Healthcare and Social Assistance, Retail Trade, and Accommodation and Food Services.

Comparatively, Education and Healthcare industries have stronger relative employment in Albany County than the national and state averages, largely due to the influence of the University of Wyoming. Retail Trade and Accommodation and Food Services also show robust employment figures, comparable to both state and national trends, albeit slightly elevated in Albany County due to tourism and university-associated activities.

As of the latest data available, the median household income in Albany County, WY, is approximately $47,000. This is lower than both the national median household income, which is around $68,700, and the Wyoming state median, which stands at about $65,000. The average individual income in Albany County is about $25,000, compared to the national average individual income of roughly $35,000 and Wyoming’s state average of $31,000.

These figures highlight the economic disparity between Albany County and broader benchmarks, showing the county tends to have lower income levels compared to both state and national averages.

As of the most recent data, Albany County, WY has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. The crime rate is approximately 12.5 per 1,000 residents annually. Below is a table summarizing the types of crimes reported:

These numbers indicate that property crimes are more prevalent than violent crimes in Albany County.