Sweetwater County, WY Property Records
Property records in Sweetwater, Wyoming provide key information about land, homes, and commercial properties within Sweetwater County. These records typically include ownership details, parcel numbers, legal descriptions, assessed values, property classifications, building characteristics, tax information, and recorded documents such as deeds or plats. They are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, researchers, lenders, and legal professionals who need to verify ownership, review valuation data, understand tax obligations, or research property history.
Official Sweetwater property information is maintained by county offices, primarily the Sweetwater County Assessor for assessment and parcel details and the County Clerk for recorded land documents. Users can begin their search through the county’s official government resources for Sweetwater property records, where they can find guidance on accessing assessment data and related property services.
Sweetwater County, WY Property Records & Statistics
Sweetwater County has a median rent of $913, higher than the Wyoming median of $824 and the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 27.13% of occupied homes, above the state share of 23.09% and the national share of 21.81%, so renting is more common here than in most of Wyoming.
Home values are the county's affordable side. The median home value is $170,400, well below Wyoming's $244,250 and slightly under the national figure of $173,750. The county's median property tax rate of 0.59% matches the state rate and is below the national rate of 0.74%, so owners pay a modest tax rate on a comparatively low-priced home.
The median household income of $71,656.50 is higher than both the state figure of $66,141.50 and the national figure of $65,108. Employment is weaker, with an unemployment rate of 4.73% compared with 2.26% in the state and 2.87% nationally.
Overall, the figures describe a county with lower home values, higher rents, a larger renter population, incomes above average, and unemployment well above the state and national levels.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Sweetwater
Sweetwater County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 21,798 total parcels, and tax records cover 99.86% of the population for the 2025 assessment year. Recorded documents include 4,153 deeds and 1,323 mortgages, with valuation data for 11,712 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 21,798 |
| Residential Parcels | 19,303 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,268 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 99.86% |
| Assessment Year | 2025 |
| Deed Records | 4,153 |
| Mortgage Records | 1,323 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 11,712 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 1,484 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records track what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a mortgage was transferred from one lender or loan holder to another, while a release shows that the mortgage was paid off and the lien removed.
Sweetwater County has 6,924 assignment and release records available for research. They include 492 assignment documents recorded from July 14, 2021, through August 29, 2025, and 6,422 release documents recorded from February 1, 2001, through September 2, 2025, along with 10 other documents.
These records help show who holds a mortgage on a property and whether earlier loans have been satisfied. Buyers, owners, and researchers can use them to trace a loan between lenders, confirm past mortgages were released, and find liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance. The county's official records search is the place to look up recorded documents.
How to Search Sweetwater County, WY Property Records
Sweetwater County recorded documents are handled by the Sweetwater County Clerk, 80 W. Flaming Gorge Way, Green River, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, phone 307-872-3732. The county holds records for 21,798 parcels, including assessments, deeds, mortgages, valuations, and foreclosure filings.
Start with the Sweetwater County Clerk page for an overview of services. The clerk's official records search lets you look up recorded deeds, mortgages, and related documents. The land records page covers recording requirements, electronic recording, and forms.
To search, have the property address, owner name, or parcel number ready. Enter the most complete details you have, review the results, and open the document that matches. Deeds and mortgages in the county data run from January 2, 2024, to August 2025, so older transactions may require contacting the Clerk's office directly.
Sweetwater Registrar of Deeds
The Sweetwater County Probate Office is located at 80 W. Flaming Gorge Way, Green River, WY, 82935 and can be reached at 307-872-3732. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through idocmarket.com or the official website sweetwatercountywy.gov.
Sweetwater County Clerk
Sweetwater County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Sweetwater County property records by address?
Recorded documents tied to a property can be searched through the Clerk's official records search. Assessment details are kept by the Sweetwater County Assessor. If an address search returns nothing, try a shorter version or an owner name, or call the Sweetwater County Clerk at 307-872-3732.
How can I find property owners in Sweetwater County?
Ownership appears in recorded deeds and assessor records. Search the records search for the deed that transferred title. The Sweetwater County Clerk at 80 W. Flaming Gorge Way, Green River, can also help in person.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Sweetwater County?
The Sweetwater County Assessor sets assessed values. County records reflect the 2025 assessment year, with the latest assessor update on July 24, 2025. For background on how Wyoming values property, see the Wyoming Department of Revenue, or contact the Assessor about a specific parcel.
Where can I find Sweetwater County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills are issued and collected by the Sweetwater County Treasurer, and county records reflect the 2024 tax year. Contact the Treasurer in Green River for bills, balances, and payment history. The Wyoming Department of Revenue provides general information on property taxes in the state.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Sweetwater County?
Deeds, mortgages, and related documents are recorded with the Sweetwater County Clerk. Search them through the records search, or see the land records page for recording and eRecording details. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Where can I access Sweetwater County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps for Sweetwater County's 21,798 parcels are maintained by county government. Contact the Sweetwater County Assessor or the Clerk at 307-872-3732 to ask where the current parcel map is published. Maps are a helpful reference but are not a legal survey, so use recorded plats and deeds for exact boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Sweetwater County?
Permits and zoning in unincorporated areas are handled by Sweetwater County, while properties inside Rock Springs, Green River, or another city follow that city's rules. Call the Sweetwater County Clerk at 307-872-3732 if you are unsure which office to contact, and confirm requirements before building or changing land use.
How can I create a list of property owners in Sweetwater County?
County tools are built for one-property lookups. You can research individual owners through recorded deeds in the records search. For a larger list, such as owners in one area, contact the Sweetwater County Assessor or the Clerk at 307-872-3732 to ask what bulk records are available.