Laramie County, Wyoming Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 1st-largest in Wyoming
The population of Laramie County, Wyoming is 100,661 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 1st-largest county in Wyoming. The median household income is $77,884, the median home value is $324,900, and the median age is 38.2.
The population of Laramie County has grown 10.3% since 2010 (92,246 → 101,783), a +0.71% annualized rate.
100,661
Population
+0.71%
Annual growth
37
People / sq mi
$77,884
Median Income
$324,900
Median Home Value
Laramie County covers 2,686 sq mi of land at 37.5 people per square mile.
About Laramie County, WY
Laramie County is a county in Wyoming with a population of 100,661. It ranks #1 among counties in Wyoming by population. The median age is 38.2, in line with the national median. The population is 50.8% male and 49.2% female.
The median household income in Laramie County is $77,884, near the US median of $74,580. 6.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $324,900, with monthly rent averaging $1,080. The homeownership rate of 70.8% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.
Educational attainment in Laramie County reflects 32.0% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 8.4% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 17.9 minutes each way.
Laramie County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Laramie County had a population of 92,246 in 2010 and 101,783 in 2024, a 10.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 101,783 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.71%.
101,783
Population (2024)
92,246
Population (2010)
101,783
Peak (2024)
0.71%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 92,246 |
| 2011 | 92,610 |
| 2012 | 94,751 |
| 2013 | 95,786 |
| 2014 | 96,122 |
| 2015 | 97,090 |
| 2016 | 98,039 |
| 2017 | 98,599 |
| 2018 | 99,264 |
| 2019 | 99,865 |
| 2020 | 100,733 |
| 2021 | 100,843 |
| 2022 | 100,860 |
| 2023 | 101,079 |
| 2024 | 101,783 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 82.2% |
| Black or African American | 2.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
38.2
Median Age
49.2%
Female
50.8%
Male
16.9%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 18.7% · Seniors (65+): 16.9%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $77,884+$3,069 vs state |
| Mean household income | $99,326 |
| Per-capita income | $42,449 |
| Poverty rate | 6.4%-0.7% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.1% |
| Employment-to-population | 60.7% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Laramie County is professional & business services, accounting for 23.6% of workers.
How residents commute
0.3%
Drive alone
0.9%
Carpool
80.1%
Public transit
8.4%
Work from home
17.9 min
Avg commute
Housing
$324,900+$39,800 vs state
Median home value
$1,080
Median rent
70.8%
Homeownership rate
45,032
Total housing units
94.4%
Occupied
5.6%
Vacant
29.2%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
90.4%
With health insurance
95.6%
With broadband internet
57.0%
Foreign-born
13.5%
Veterans (18+)
13.9%
With a disability
93.4%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
94.5%
High School+
32.0%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Laramie County, Wyoming has a population of 100,661 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 1st-largest county in Wyoming. Population density is 37 people per square mile.
The population of Laramie County has grown 10.3% since 2010 (92,246 → 101,783), a +0.71% annualized rate.
The median household income in Laramie County, Wyoming is $77,884, with mean (average) household income of $99,326 and per-capita income of $42,449. 6.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Laramie County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (82.2%), Hispanic or Latino (3.0%), Black or African American (2.2%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Laramie County, Wyoming is 38.2 years. Residents are 49.2% female and 50.8% male.
The median home value in Laramie County is $324,900 and median monthly rent is $1,080. 70.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 45,032 total housing units, 5.6% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Laramie County, Wyoming is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 23.6% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.1%.
Cheyenne is among the largest cities associated with Laramie County, Wyoming, with a population of 64,976.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.