Albany County, Wyoming
11 ZIP codes · Avg score 54/100 · Grade D · Updated 2026-06-03
Public water compliance in Albany County is below average — 11 ZIP codes, elevated violation rates.
How Albany County Compares
How Albany County Compares
Albany County scores 1 points below the Wyoming state average (55/100) and 14 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Albany County, Wyoming
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 10 (asthma 10.4%, diabetes 7.8%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $519, driven primarily by wildfire
Infrastructure: 0.348% avg pipe failure probability, 36% of ZIPs at high risk
49.8% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
County Health Indicators vs National Average
Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Infrastructure Overview
Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.
Compound Risk Breakdown
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $519
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
18,402 housing units in Albany County
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034 (Year Structure Built).
Water Safety Affordability
How much it costs to fix water issues relative to home values in Albany County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Albany County, representing a small fraction of property value.
Remediation includes water filtration, lead abatement, radon mitigation, and flood protection where applicable. Source: Census ACS, EPA SDWIS.
Health Outcomes vs National Average
CDC PLACES data for Albany County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water Systems with Most Violations
Top 5 systems in Albany County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LARAMIE, CITY OF | 32,395 | 8 |
| 2 | South Laramie W&s District | 490 | 8 |
| 3 | Sunny Meadows Village | 485 | 8 |
| 4 | Nine-mile Water & Sewer District | 380 | 8 |
| 5 | Cv Laramie Mhp, Llc | 375 | 8 |
7 total water systems serve Albany County.
All ZIP Codes in Albany County
11 ZIP codes tracked in Albany County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 82070 | Laramie | 69 | C | 2 | $326K |
| 2 | 82072 | Laramie | 69 | C | 2 | $313K |
| 3 | 82055 | Centennial | 65 | C | 3 | $496K |
| 4 | 82071 | Laramie | 65 | C | 2 | — |
| 5 | 82073 | Laramie | 65 | C | 2 | — |
| 6 | 82083 | Rock River | 64 | C | 1 | $127K |
| 7 | 82051 | Bosler | 40 | D | 0 | — |
| 8 | 82052 | Buford | 40 | D | 0 | $605K |
| 9 | 82061 | Horse Creek | 40 | D | 0 | — |
| 10 | 82063 | Jelm | 40 | D | 0 | $295K |
| 11 | 82084 | Tie Siding | 40 | D | 0 | $479K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Albany County
Eight risk categories drive the selection — PFAS exceedance, lead above EPA action level, pre-1978 housing share, EPA Radon Zone 1, flood-top-risk, wildfire-top-risk, multi-contaminant load, and a baseline fallback — and each category maps to a specific buyer-guide track that surfaces when the county data hits its threshold for that hazard signal.
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
- Best HEPA Air Purifiers for Wildfire Smoke — Wildfire is the top compound risk factor
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Albany County, Wyoming
Overview
Albany County in Wyoming covers 11 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of D (54/100).
6 of 11 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
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Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Home values: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (median estimates by ZCTA)
Updated daily.
What You Can Do
Albany County has a grade of D. Here are steps to protect your household.
Test your tap water
Order a certified lab test kit ($20-$50) to check for lead, bacteria, and other contaminants specific to your ZIP code.
Consider a certified water filter
NSF-certified filters can remove most common contaminants. Match the filter to your test results for best protection. Try our filter matcher
Contact your water utility
Request the latest Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) from your water provider. It details exactly what was found in your water supply.
Check for lead in your home
49.8% of homes in this county were built before 1978. Older plumbing and solder can leach lead into drinking water, especially in the morning.