Population21,180 (2025 est.)
Fossils, Valleys, and Mountain Gateways
Lincoln County, Wyoming.Lincoln County brings together fossil basin heritage, star valley communities, ranch country, snake river access, and western wyoming mountain travel. For visitors, families, and prospective residents, it offers a practical mix of local services, road-trip stops, outdoor access, community gathering places, and Wyoming character. Use this guide as a starting point for planning the essentials, finding something fun, and understanding what gives the county its local shape.
Lincoln County at a Glance
Population21,180 (2025 est.)
County SeatKemmerer
Largest CityKemmerer
Established1911
ZIP CodesAbout 12 ZIP Codes
Total Area4,095 sq mi (total)
Major Route(s)US 30, US 89, US 189, WY 232, WY 233, WY 238, WY 233, WY 238
Area Code307
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Lincoln County
Lincoln County carries a distinctly Wyoming story shaped by fossil basin heritage, star valley communities, ranch country, snake river access, and western wyoming mountain travel. Its communities serve residents, travelers, workers, and families moving through a wide-open landscape where distance, weather, and local knowledge matter.
Life here tends to revolve around county-seat services, schools, parks, local businesses, seasonal events, and the roads that connect smaller communities. Visitors can build a day around history, food, public lands, scenic drives, museums, and practical stops.
What Shapes Us
Local Heritage
The county story includes settlement, working landscapes, transportation routes, and community institutions that still shape daily life around Kemmerer.
Land and Work
Open country, regional roads, outdoor access, and local industries give Lincoln County its practical rhythm and sense of place.
Community Life
Residents gather around schools, parks, libraries, main streets, county services, local events, and small businesses across communities like Kemmerer, Afton, Thayne.
Local roots, open roads, steady Wyoming spirit.
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Lincoln County
Our County - Our Stories
Lincoln County headlines via Google News
Lincoln County coal mine announces 2029 closure - SVI-NEWS
Lincoln County coal mine announces 2029 closure SVI-NEWS
Read the Story Oct 28, 2026 • 2 min read
Around Lincoln County
Stories from every corner of Lincoln County.
Lincoln County coal mine announces 2029 closure - SVI-NEWS
Lincoln County coal mine announces 2029 closure SVI-NEWS
Oct 28, 2026 • 2 min read
USDA announces $1 million loan for water systems in Lincoln County - Your Wyoming Link
USDA announces $1 million loan for water systems in Lincoln County Your Wyoming Link
Oct 20, 2026 • 2 min read
AROUND WYOMING: Hunting Accident, Bear Break-In and Trail Construction! - Your Wyoming Link
AROUND WYOMING: Hunting Accident, Bear Break-In and Trail Construction! Your Wyoming Link
Oct 6, 2026 • 2 min read
Two injured in Lincoln County shooting Wednesday afternoon - Your Wyoming Link
Two injured in Lincoln County shooting Wednesday afternoon Your Wyoming Link
Oct 2, 2026 • 2 min read
Fatal hunting accident claims life of 16-year-old in Lincoln County - Local News 8
Fatal hunting accident claims life of 16-year-old in Lincoln County Local News 8
Oct 2, 2026 • 2 min read
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County Resources
Everything You Need. All in One Place.
Use these official and practical links to find county services, schools, parks, transportation, courts, public safety, health care, utilities, libraries, and employment resources for Lincoln County.
Government
Schools
Hospitals
Public Safety
Emergency Services
State Parks
Trails
Utilities
Libraries
Courts
DMV
- Wyoming Driver Services
- Wyoming Vehicle Titles and Registration
- Lincoln County Treasurer vehicle registration
- Kemmerer driver services
- Wyoming DOT
Wyoming — Driver License and Records
Transportation
Postal Services
- USPS ZIP Code Lookup
- Post offices near Kemmerer
- Post offices in Lincoln County
- USPS Hold Mail
- USPS Informed Delivery
USPS location finder — Search by street address, city or ZIP Code for nearby post offices, collection boxes and available services.
USPS change of address and forwarding — Review forwarding options and submit an address-change request through USPS.
USPS package pickup — Check pickup availability for your address and schedule eligible shipments.
Veterans
- Wyoming Veterans Commission
- VA facilities near Lincoln County
- Lincoln County veterans services
- VA benefits
- Wyoming Military Department
National services available to local residents
VA accredited representatives — Find help with VA claims and benefit applications.
VA health care applications — Review application options and supporting information.
VA disability claims — Find the official steps for submitting a disability claim.
GI Bill and education benefits — Review how to apply for VA education benefits.
Veteran career and employment support — Explore VA employment, training and career assistance.
Employment
- Wyoming at Work
- Wyoming Department of Workforce Services
- Jobs in Lincoln County
- Lincoln County Chamber of Commerce
- Small Business Administration Wyoming
National services available to local residents
USAJOBS federal employment — Search federal openings by location and occupation.
Apprenticeship Finder — Search apprenticeship opportunities by location and occupation.
My Next Move career exploration — Explore occupations, industries and career interests.
Government job-training resources — Find routes to state training programs and support for different job seekers.
Unemployment benefit guidance — Find your state program and its application and eligibility information.
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Helpful Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers for visitors, residents, and families planning around local services, routes, seasons, and things to do.
Lincoln County is known for fossil basin heritage, star valley communities, ranch country, snake river access, and western wyoming mountain travel. It works well for travelers who want Wyoming scenery, practical services, and a clear home base around Kemmerer.
The county seat is Kemmerer. Start with Kemmerer local map if you are planning courthouse, lodging, dining, or errands around the county center.
Major routes include US 30, US 89, US 189, WY 232, WY 233, WY 238, WY 233, WY 238. Check WYDOT road conditions before winter, wind, construction, or long-distance travel.
Key communities include Kemmerer, Afton, Thayne, Cokeville, Diamondville, Alpine, La Barge. Each has a different role, from county-seat services to gateway recreation, ranch country, and highway travel stops.
Common ZIP Codes include 83101, 83110, 83111, 83112, 83118, 83120, 83122, 83123, 83126, 83127, 83128. For a delivery-specific lookup, use the official USPS ZIP Code Lookup.
Good family starting points include Fossil Butte National Monument, local parks, libraries, museums, and seasonal community events.
Outdoor options often include scenic drives, public lands, parks, trails, fishing access, and county-specific landmarks. Start with Fossil Butte National Monument.
For indoor time, look for museums, libraries, recreation centers, local shops, cafes, and community event venues around Kemmerer.
Plan for wind, fast temperature swings, winter roads, and long distances between services. Check forecasts and WYDOT road conditions before driving.
Yes. Free options can include downtown walks, public parks, scenic viewpoints, library visits, historic markers, and seasonal community events. See the directory section for county-specific ideas.
Use the resources section for government, schools, courts, DMV, utilities, public safety, health, employment, and transportation links. For emergencies, call 911.
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