Albany County, WY Property Tax: $1,846/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Albany County is 0.57% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $322,100, that works out to about $1,836 per year, or $153 per month. Albany County is located in southern Wyoming, with Laramie as its county seat, and is home to approximately 37,713 residents.
About Albany County
Albany County covers approximately 4,274.2 square miles in Wyoming. The county is home to about 37,713 residents living in roughly 18,735 housing units, of which 43.8% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $59,881, and the median home was built in 1977.
The county seat is Laramie. Albany County borders Jackson County, Larimer County, Carbon County, Converse County, Laramie County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in Wyoming
Property taxes in Wyoming are administered at the county level. Each county sets a millage rate applied to the assessed value of real property — the effective rate above accounts for any partial assessments and exemptions already built into the local tax base. Assessed value can differ meaningfully from current market value depending on how often the county reassesses and what fraction of market value it uses.
Most counties in Wyoming offer exemptions that reduce the taxable assessed value: homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions are common. These reduce your effective rate below the county-wide average shown here. Contact the Albany County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Albany County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albany County, WY | 0.57% | $322,100 | $1,836 |
| Wyoming state average | 0.56% | — | $1,804* |
| Jackson County | 0.21% | $250,000 | $513 |
| Larimer County | 0.50% | $532,200 | $2,662 |
| Carbon County | 0.56% | $214,500 | $1,202 |
| Converse County | 0.58% | $269,700 | $1,557 |
| Laramie County | 0.58% | $324,900 | $1,893 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Albany County's median home value of $322,100. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Albany County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Wyoming?
At 0.57%, Albany County is higher than the Wyoming state average of 0.56%. On a home at the county median of $322,100, that means about $1,836 per year — versus $1,804 at the state average rate, a difference of $32 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Albany County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Albany County?
For a home at the county median value of $322,100, the annual property tax in Albany County is approximately $1,836 — or about $153 per month. For a home worth $483,150, expect around $2,754 per year. For a $644,200 home, approximately $3,672 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Albany County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Albany County are handled by the Albany County Assessor's office in Laramie. Most jurisdictions require filing within 30–90 days of receiving your assessment notice — confirm the specific deadline with the assessor's office before submitting, as deadlines and procedures vary by county. A successful appeal can reduce your assessed value and lower your tax bill for the current and future tax years.
What exemptions are available in Albany County?
Wyoming counties commonly offer homestead exemptions for owner-occupied primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for qualifying homeowners aged 65 and older, exemptions for disabled residents, and veterans' exemptions. Each exemption reduces your assessed taxable value, which in turn reduces your effective tax rate below the county-wide 0.57% shown here. Contact the Albany County Assessor's office to confirm which exemptions are available and the application deadlines.
Data sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates, US Census Gazetteer (2024), County Adjacency File