Laramie
City in Albany County, Wyoming
Laramie is a city in Albany County, Wyoming, with 31,407 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 7,165 ft (2,184 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Woods Landing-Jelm, 26.3 miles SW.
- 31,407residents (2020 Census)
- 7,165 ftelevation · 2,184 m
- 18.1 sq miland area · 47.0 km²
- 1,732 / sq mipopulation density
- 82072ZIP code
About Laramie
Laramie () is a city in and the county seat of Albany County, Wyoming, United States, known for its high elevation at 7,200 feet (2,200 m), for its railroad history, and as the home of the University of Wyoming. The population was 31,407 at the 2020 census, making it the fourth-most populous city in Wyoming. Located on the Laramie River, the city is west of Cheyenne and 25 miles (40 km) north of the Colorado state line, at the junction of Interstate 80 and U.S. Route 287.
After 12,000 years or more of Indigenous populations living in the area, Laramie was settled by European Americans in 1868 with the completion of the Union Pacific Railroad line to the area, which crosses the Laramie River at Laramie. The river and several creeks fed by freshwater springs made the area an attractive place for settlement. It is home to the University of Wyoming, WyoTech, and a branch of Laramie County Community College. Laramie Regional Airport serves Laramie. The ruins of Fort Sanders, an army fort predating Laramie, lie just south of the city along Route 287. Located in the Laramie Valley between the Snowy Range and the Laramie Range, the city draws outdoor enthusiasts with its abundance of outdoor activities.
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Living in Laramie
- Median household income
- $55,613
- Median home value
- $319,500
- Median rent
- $925/mo
- Median age
- 26.9
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Laramie had 31,407 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 31,407 |
|---|---|
| Density | 1,732 per sq mi (669 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Laramie at a glance
| State | Wyoming (WY) |
|---|---|
| County | Albany County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 31,407 (2020) |
| Land area | 18.13 sq mi (47.0 km²) |
| Water area | 0.02 sq mi (0.06 km²) |
| Elevation | 7,165 ft (2,184 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.3118° N, 105.6065° W |
| ZIP code | 82072 |
| Official website | cityoflaramie.org |
| Census code (GEOID) | 5645050 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Laramie
- Woods Landing-Jelm26.3 mi SW
- Centennial27.6 mi W
- Albany28.3 mi W
- Fox Park32.6 mi SW
- Rock River34.7 mi NW
- Red Feather Lakes, CO34.7 mi S
- Arlington36.8 mi NW
- Ryan Park45.8 mi W
- Elk Mountain49.2 mi NW
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Frequently asked questions about Laramie
What county is Laramie in?
Laramie is in Albany County, Wyoming.
What is the population of Laramie, WY?
31,407 people lived in Laramie at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Laramie, WY?
The ZIP code of Laramie is 82072.
What is the elevation of Laramie?
7,165 feet (2,184 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Laramie?
Woods Landing-Jelm (26.3 mi), Centennial (27.6 mi), Albany (28.3 mi), Fox Park (32.6 mi), Rock River (34.7 mi).
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