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Albany County, WY market data
How Albany County compares with other counties for 56 business types: competitors, household spending, official counts and growth.
- Population, 2025
- 38,558
- +3.9% since 2020
- Households
- 17,083
- Median household income
- $61,917
- +25.5% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $333,000
- Jobs located here
- 16,736
- Highest market score
- 79
- Grocery and convenience stores, #197 of 2,402 scored counties
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What this means
Albany County has an estimated 38,558 people and 17,083 households. Population estimates show Albany County grew 3.9% from 2020 to 2025, faster than the U.S. (+3.1%). Median household income in Albany County is $61,917, 23% below the U.S. median of $80,734. Against the 2015–2019 survey, the median rose 25.5%, before inflation.
Relative to the U.S., household spending in Albany County runs highest on vehicle maintenance and repairs (an index of 111, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on clothing, shoes and related services (79).
Of the business types scored in Albany County, grocery and convenience stores (79), grocery stores (79) and convenience stores (73) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For grocery and convenience stores, that ranks #197 of 2,402 scored counties.
Albany County is part of the Laramie area. Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for coffee shops and cafes (38% above the U.S. rate) and lowest for spas and skin care studios (39% below the U.S. rate).
All 56 business types in Albany County
Highest Groundwork market score first. Each score compares Albany County with other counties for that business type, from 0 to 100. Spending per listing divides a whole spending line (all vehicle repairs, all eating out) by one type’s listings: the demand for each competitor, not a business’s revenue. Compare it across markets with its index, where 100 is the U.S. figure for the same type; the real estate types, whose line is all housing costs, show the index only. How the score works.
| Business type | Score | Rank among counties | Listings | Per 10k households | Spending per listing | Spending per listing vs. U.S. (100) | Official establishments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grocery and convenience stores | 79 | #197 of 2,402 | 20 | 11.7 | $4.8M | 142 | 3 |
| Grocery stores | 79 | #207 of 2,070 | 5 | 2.9 | $19.2M | 206 | 3 |
| Convenience stores | 73 | #334 of 2,261 | 6 | 3.5 | $16M | 203 | Under 3 |
| Barbershops | 69 | #256 of 1,356 | 5 | 2.9 | $3.1M | 163 | Under 3 |
| Nail salons | 67 | #208 of 1,328 | 6 | 3.5 | $2.6M | 153 | Under 3 |
| Physical therapy | 67 | #278 of 1,422 | 6 | 3.5 | $3.3M | 137 | 5 |
| Pizza | 66 | #435 of 2,090 | 9 | 5.3 | $6.6M | 130 | 31 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | 65 | #170 of 887 | 5 | 2.9 | Index only | 143 | Under 3 |
| Collision repair and body shops | 64 | #341 of 1,327 | 5 | 2.9 | $3.6M | 117 | 5 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | 64 | #365 of 1,771 | 8 | 4.7 | $2.5M | 149 | 21 |
| Child care and preschools | 63 | #444 of 1,611 | 7 | 4.1 | $1.3M | 134 | 15 |
| Car washes and detailing | 62 | #415 of 1,451 | 7 | 4.1 | $2.6M | 103 | 3 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | 61 | #485 of 1,656 | 9 | 5.3 | $2.2M | 123 | 19 |
| Spas and skin care | 61 | #487 of 1,769 | 12 | 7.0 | $1.3M | 146 | Under 3 |
| Tire shops | 61 | #490 of 1,530 | 6 | 3.5 | $3M | 120 | 4 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 61 | #609 of 2,385 | 50 | 29.3 | $306K | 144 | 14 |
| Veterinarians | 60 | #502 of 1,485 | 7 | 4.1 | $2.1M | 77 | 4 |
| Hair salons | 60 | #668 of 2,339 | 25 | 14.6 | $613K | 142 | 12 |
| Pet businesses | 60 | #674 of 2,200 | 23 | 13.5 | $634K | 72 | 7 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | 59 | #521 of 1,461 | 8 | 4.7 | $1.8M | 72 | 3 |
| Gyms | 58 | #604 of 1,792 | 11 | 6.4 | $1.4M | 106 | 7 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | 56 | #682 of 1,889 | 9 | 5.3 | $6.6M | 160 | 15 |
| Gas stations | 56 | #916 of 2,358 | 23 | 13.5 | $2.1M | 86 | 18 |
| Insurance agencies | 55 | #945 of 2,272 | 19 | 11.1 | $1.8M | 140 | 18 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 55 | #949 of 2,405 | 76 | 44.5 | $784K | 118 | 30 |
| Auto repair and car care | 55 | #996 of 2,401 | 69 | 40.4 | $262K | 98 | 27 |
| Auto repair shops | 54 | #1,024 of 2,378 | 44 | 25.8 | $411K | 93 | 18 |
| Property management | 52 | #411 of 910 | 6 | 3.5 | Index only | 84 | 7 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | 51 | #1,010 of 2,087 | 18 | 10.5 | $1.5M | 121 | 9 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | 47 | #1,241 of 2,176 | 49 | 28.7 | Index only | 105 | 17 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | 47 | #1,241 of 2,210 | 29 | 17.0 | $951K | 108 | 9 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 47 | #1,322 of 2,405 | 166 | 97.2 | $359K | 97 | 72 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | 46 | #791 of 1,334 | 9 | 5.3 | $1.7M | 83 | 6 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | 46 | #1,261 of 2,088 | 26 | 15.2 | $583K | 88 | 13 |
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 46 | #1,380 of 2,394 | 118 | 69.1 | $167K | 110 | 46 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | 45 | #1,140 of 1,886 | 20 | 11.7 | $985K | 100 | 13 |
| Real estate | 45 | #1,358 of 2,229 | 61 | 35.7 | Index only | 106 | 31 |
| HVAC and plumbing | 43 | #1,092 of 1,707 | 10 | 5.9 | $4.3M | 90 | 19 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | 43 | #1,418 of 2,222 | 28 | 16.4 | $2.1M | 70 | 31 |
| Home repair trades | 39 | #1,537 of 2,057 | 22 | 12.9 | $1.9M | 80 | 31 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | 36 | #621 of 777 | 6 | 3.5 | $2.5M | 62 | 7 |
| Roofing and gutters | 34 | #927 of 1,177 | 8 | 4.7 | $5.3M | 63 | 4 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | 34 | #1,632 of 2,063 | 26 | 15.2 | $2.3M | 62 | 11 |
| Chiropractors | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 2.3 | $4.9M | 206 | 5 |
| Electricians | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 2.3 | $10.7M | 89 | 8 |
| House cleaning | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 2.3 | $5M | 78 | 11 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 2.3 | $5M | 171 | 10 |
| Pet stores | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 2.3 | $3.6M | 81 | Under 3 |
| Optometrists and eye care | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 1.8 | $6.6M | 210 | 4 |
| Dry cleaners | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 1.2 | $13.8M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Laundromats | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 1.2 | $13.8M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Funeral homes | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.6 | $1.5M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Home inspectors | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.6 | Index only | Too few | Under 3 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.6 | $18.1M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
Household spending in Albany County
What households here spend in a year on each line, in total and per household, with the index against the U.S. average (100).
| Spending line | A year, all households | Per household | Index vs. U.S. (100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle maintenance and repairs | $18.1M | $1,059 | 111 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $47.2M | $2,764 | 107 |
| Food away from home | $59.6M | $3,489 | 86 |
| Groceries | $95.9M | $5,615 | 89 |
| Personal care products and services | $15.3M | $897 | 89 |
| Child care and other personal services | $9.4M | $552 | 95 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $15.2M | $887 | 90 |
| Medical and dental services | $19.7M | $1,154 | 90 |
| Pets | $14.6M | $853 | 94 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $27.6M | $1,614 | 79 |
| Vehicle insurance | $33.4M | $1,953 | 100 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $42.7M | $2,497 | 83 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $20.1M | $1,174 | 83 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $279.2M | $16,344 | 98 |
Household spending is estimated from the incomes of the households in each neighborhood, using what households at each income spent nationally in 2024, adjusted for the region. It counts what residents spend, wherever they spend it.
Population and households in Albany County
- Population, 2025 estimate
- 38,558+3.9% since 2020
- Households
- 17,083
- Median age
- 32.5
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 50%
- Vehicles per household
- 2.0
- Land area
- 4,274 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 9
- Median household income
- $61,917+25.5% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $84,098
- Median home value
- $333,000
- Jobs located here
- 16,736
- Daytime population
- 38,437Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
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Questions
How fast is Albany County, WY growing?
Population estimates put Albany County at 38,558 people in 2025, up 3.9% since 2020, faster than the U.S. (+3.1%). It has 17,083 households. Median household income rose 25.5% from the 2015–2019 survey, before inflation.
How much do households in Albany County, WY spend?
Households in Albany County spend about $279.2M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $95.9M on groceries and $59.6M on food away from home. Set against the U.S., households in Albany County spend the most on vehicle maintenance and repairs (an index of 111, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on clothing, shoes and related services (79).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Albany County, WY?
The highest Groundwork market scores in Albany County are for grocery and convenience stores (79), grocery stores (79) and convenience stores (73). Albany County ranks #197 of 2,402 scored counties for grocery and convenience stores.
How does Albany County, WY compare with the U.S.?
The median household income in Albany County is $61,917 a year, 23% below the U.S. median of $80,734. The population rose 3.9% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $333,000, against $332,700 for the U.S. For its number of households, Albany County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for coffee shops and cafes (38% above the U.S. rate) and the fewest for spas and skin care studios (39% below the U.S. rate).
What is the Groundwork market score?
The Groundwork market score runs from 0 to 100 and compares a market with others of its kind for one business type: states with states, metro areas with metro areas, small-town markets and counties with their own. It weighs household spending per competitor (35%), households per business with payroll (25%), population growth (20%) and spending power (20%), each ranked against those peers. A higher score means that, taken together, the market has more household spending and more households for each business already there, faster population growth and more spending per household than similar markets. It describes a market, not any one site or deal. 43 of the 56 business types have a score in Albany County, each ranked against other counties.
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