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Laramie.
About
Life in Laramie
Laramie is fundamentally shaped by the University of Wyoming, which drives much of the economy, culture, and population demographics. If you're moving here, understand that about a third of the population is college-aged, which creates a young, transient vibe in many neighborhoods—great for some people, less ideal if you're seeking a settled community. The median household income is around $55,613, and housing is moderately affordable compared to many western towns, with median home values near $319,500 and rent averaging $933 monthly.
Laramie at a Glance
Population, income, housing and more
Median Age
26.9 yrs
Poverty Rate
22.5%
Foreign-Born
8.4%
Broadband Internet
88.6%
of households
Population Growth
+2.8%
recent change · Census Bureau
Median household income
Demographics8.4% foreign-born, most often from China, excluding Hong Kong and Taiwan
Who lives in Laramie: race and ethnicity, ages, households, languages and countries of origin
In Laramie, the largest foreign-born group is from China, excluding Hong Kong and Taiwan (16.7%), and 4.9% of residents speak Spanish at home.
Under 18
13.8%
of residents
65 and Older
11.0%
of residents
Households with Kids
19.5%
anyone under 18
Living Alone
33.8%
of households
Married Couples
33.2%
of households
Avg Household Size
2.04
people
Race & Ethnicity
Hispanic or Latino of any race; other groups are non-Hispanic
Top countries of origin (foreign-born)
Languages Spoken at Home
Cost of Livingrent 7% below WY average
Rent, home values, and income in Laramie
In Laramie, rent runs 7% below the WY average.
Median rent (per month)
Median home value
Rent Burdened
48.7%
spending 30%+ of income on rent
Severely Rent Burdened
29.6%
spending 50%+
Median Property Tax
$1,864
per year, owner-occupied homes
Homeowners
44.1%
of occupied homes are owned
Typical Home Built
1977
median year built
Vacant Homes
6.2%
of housing units
Home Value Trend
Latest: $385,915 (September 2026)
Jobs & Economyunemployment 0.7 pts below WY average
Unemployment in Laramie
Unemployment in Laramie is 0.7 percentage points lower than the WY average.
Unemployment rate
City-level rate · BLS annual average
Unemployment Rate — 10 Year Trend
City-level (BLS) · Annual averages
What Laramie Residents Do for Work · share of employed residents by industry
City residents, wherever they work
Commute14 min avg
How Laramie residents get to work, and the nearest airports
In Laramie, most residents drive alone to work (64%), and 92% get there in under 30 minutes.
How People Get to Work
Commute Time Distribution
Nearest airports · with airline service
- 4 mi
Laramie Regional Airport (LAR)
Regional airport · few flights19k passengers boarded in 2025
- 111 mi
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Major hub40.0M passengers boarded in 2025
Straight-line distance. Size is the FAA’s hub category, based on passenger traffic: regional airports may have only a few flights a day.
Safetyviolent crime 72% below national average
Crime rates for 2025
Violent crime in Laramie runs 72% below the national average.
Violent Crime Rate
93
per 100,000 residents
Below average (329 national, 2025)
Property Crime Rate
986.5
per 100,000 residents
Below average (1,552 national, 2025)
Laramie Police Department
Natural DisastersHigh Wind most common — 99 events in 2025
Natural hazard risk, storms and earthquakes
FEMA National Risk Index
Relatively Low
48.5 / 100
Compares expected losses from natural hazards, social vulnerability and community resilience against every US county (higher = more risk).
Albany County, county-wide · FEMA NRI December 2025
In Albany County, which includes Laramie, the most common type is high wind, with 99 recorded events in 2025.
Most common events:
Storm events by year
| Year | Events | Top Type | Property Damage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 99 | High Wind | $10,000 |
| 2024 | 82 | High Wind | None reported |
| 2023 | 83 | High Wind | $15,000 |
| 2022 | 98 | High Wind | $76,380 |
| 2021 | 114 | High Wind | None reported |
| 2020 | 88 | High Wind | None reported |
| 2019 | 87 | High Wind | None reported |
| 2018 | 83 | High Wind | None reported |
Property damage is the National Weather Service's estimate filed with each event. “None reported” means the events were logged with $0 damage; “Not estimated” means no estimate was filed. Storms covering several counties aren't counted here, since NOAA doesn't split their damage by county.
1 earthquake of magnitude 2.5+ within 100 miles in the past year
Albany County, county-wide
Air Quality49 median AQI — Good
Days by air quality category (2025)
Air quality in Albany County, which includes Laramie, is typically good — 203 good-air days per year.
Median AQI
49
Good Days
203
per year
Moderate Days
150
per year
Unhealthy Days
2
per year
Albany County, county-wide
Climate78°F summers, 9°F winters
30-year climate averages (1991–2020) — monthly temperatures and precipitation
Laramie has mild summers (avg high 78°F) and very cold winters (avg low 9°F).
Spring (Mar–May)
53°/25°F
avg high / low
Summer (Jun–Aug)
78°/44°F
avg high / low
Fall (Sep–Nov)
57°/26°F
avg high / low
Winter (Dec–Feb)
34°/9°F
avg high / low
Annual Precipitation
14.5"
Annual Snowfall
64.1"
Hot Days/Year
4
days above 90°F
Freeze Days/Year
217
days below 32°F
Rainy Days/Year
92
Average month
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| Month | High | Low | Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 34°F | 8°F | 0.31" |
| Feb | 36°F | 11°F | 0.35" |
| Mar | 45°F | 18°F | 0.60" |
| Apr | 51°F | 24°F | 1.16" |
| May | 62°F | 33°F | 1.81" |
| Jun | 73°F | 42°F | 1.44" |
| Jul | 81°F | 47°F | 1.41" |
| Aug | 79°F | 44°F | 1.02" |
| Sep | 71°F | 35°F | 1.03" |
| Oct | 57°F | 26°F | 0.95" |
| Nov | 43°F | 17°F | 0.45" |
| Dec | 33°F | 8°F | 0.39" |
Healthcare1 hospital, avg 3.0/5
Hospitals, ratings, and health insurance in Laramie
Laramie has 1 hospital, averaging 3.0 out of 5 on CMS's quality rating.
Hospitals
1
within city limits
Uninsured
7.9%
of residents
Avg Hospital Rating
3.0 / 5
Ivinson Memorial Hospital
Acute Care Hospitals · ER available
Adult Health · vs. the typical US place
Share of adults. Modeled estimates, not counted cases. “US” = the typical US place.
Medicare-certified hospitals only. Doesn’t include clinics, urgent care, or freestanding ERs.
Education12.6:1 student/teacher ratio
Schools and degree attainment in Laramie
Laramie's student/teacher ratio is 12.6:1 (lower than the national average of 16:1), and 56.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
Public Schools
11
within city limits
Private Schools
0
within city limits
College Degree Rate
56.2%
adults 25+ with bachelor's or higher
Student/Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
National avg 16:1
Schools located within city limits (2023) — school-level metrics change slowly year to year
Colleges & Universities in Laramie
Public · 4-year · 7,944 students · in-state tuition $8,395 · 63% graduate · median earnings $62,764 (10 yrs after entry)
Degree-granting colleges with 100+ students, placed by campus location (main campuses only — branch campuses are reported under their parent school)
Parks & Recreationclosest: Rocky Mountain National Park, 66 mi
Nearby national parks, recreation areas and public libraries for Laramie
Laramie has 2 nearby national parks or recreation areas, closest being Rocky Mountain National Park (66 mi away).
Nearby National Parks & Recreation Areas
Rocky Mountain National Park
National Park
66 mi awayFort Laramie National Historic Site
National Historic Site
82 mi awayPublic Libraries in Laramie
Albany County Public Library
310 South 8th St, Laramie
Cities Near Laramie
The closest cities within 60 miles
Planning a move to Laramie?
Read our full moving guide — what it's really like to live here.
Laramie FAQ
Is Laramie, Wyoming affordable?⌄
Laramie's median rent is $925/month, which is below the national average, making it relatively affordable. The median household income is $55,613/year. Median home value is $319,500.
Is Laramie, Wyoming safe?⌄
Laramie's violent crime rate was 93 per 100,000 residents in 2025, which is well below the national average — one of the safer cities in the country of 329/100k that year. Property crime rate is 987 per 100,000. As with any city, crime rates vary by neighborhood.
What is the job market like in Laramie, Wyoming?⌄
Laramie has an unemployment rate of 2.7%, which is strong — well below the national average of 4.3%.
What is the cost of living in Laramie, Wyoming?⌄
The cost of living in Laramie is primarily driven by housing. Median rent is $925/month and median household income is $55,613/year. The median home value is $319,500. About 49% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing.
How is the commute in Laramie, Wyoming?⌄
The average commute in Laramie is 14 minutes, which is shorter than average compared to the national average of 26 minutes.
Data from the US Census Bureau, BLS, FBI, NOAA, EPA, Zillow Research and other public sources. Where our data comes from