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Johnson County Clerk & Recorder

Official government recording office for Johnson County, Wyoming. Serving a population of 8759 with jurisdiction over real estate deeds, marriage licenses, vital records, and fictitious business names.

County Seat: Buffalo • Land Area: 4154,152 sq mi • State: Wyoming (WY)
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Location & Operations

Courthouse Office Address & Contact

Open Mon-Fri
Physical Courthouse Address

Johnson County Courthouse / Recording Office, Buffalo, WY 82834

Seat of government for Johnson County in Buffalo, WY.

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Courthouse / Directory Line

(307) 523-2089

Regular Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Closed on state and federal holidays.

FIPS ID: 56019 • Coordinates: 44.0440° N, -106.5885° W
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Filing Checklist

Before You Visit Johnson County

  • ✓ Valid Government Photo ID (Driver's License or Passport)
  • ✓ Payment: Credit Card, Cashier's Check, or Exact Cash
  • ✓ Original signed documents with valid notary jurat/seal
  • ✓ Mandatory 3-inch top margin for county recorder barcode
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Land Records & Real Property

Johnson County Deed Recording Fees & Requirements

Governed by Wyo. Stat. § 18-3-402
First Page Base Fee
$12.00
Includes statutory county automation index surcharge
Each Additional Page
$3.00
Per additional standard 8.5" x 11" page
Transfer Tax / Doc Stamps
None (Wyoming has no real estate transfer tax)
Calculated at recording based on purchase consideration

Statutory Recording Margin Standards in Wyoming:

Top Margin (Page 1): Must leave minimum 3 inches blank at top right for official recorder barcode and indexing stamp.
Other Margins: Minimum 1 inch on side, bottom, and subsequent pages to avoid non-conforming document penalties.
Grantee & Return Address: Must state grantee's legal address and a return mailing address clearly on the first page.
Legibility & Font: Black ink on white 8.5 x 11 paper; minimum 10-point font. Notary stamps must be crisp and dark.
Marriage Bureau

Marriage License in Johnson County

License Fee $30.00
Waiting Period 0 Hours
  • ✓ Validity Window: Must solemnize within 365 days of issuance.
  • ✓ Personal Appearance: Both applicants must appear together in person at the Johnson County courthouse.
  • ✓ Identification: Valid state photo driver's license, passport, or military ID. No blood test required.
State Policy: Issued by County Clerk. Valid for 1 year with no waiting period.
Vital Statistics

Certified Vital Records

Birth Cert $25.00
Death Cert $25.00
Marriage Cert $25.00
  • • Authorized Requestors: Direct family relation (registrant, child, parent, spouse) or legal guardian only.
  • • Filing Agency: Processed through Wyoming Department of Health Vital Statistics Services and the local Johnson County clerk counter.
Certified copies bear an official raised, embossed seal and are suitable for passports, probate, real estate, and legal identification.
Commercial & Business

DBA & Assumed Name Registration in Johnson County

Filing Fee: $10.00
1. Filing Authority

In Johnson County, sole proprietorships and general partnerships register assumed names through the Wyoming Secretary of State.

2. Statutory Requirement

Required prior to opening a commercial checking account, issuing invoices under a brand name, or executing contracts in Wyoming.

3. State Rules & Notice

Trade name registered with the Wyoming Secretary of State.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Johnson County Clerk & Recorder

Where is the Johnson County Clerk & Recorder office located?
The official Johnson County office is located at Johnson County Courthouse / Recording Office, Buffalo, WY 82834. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. You can reach the office staff by telephone at (307) 523-2089.
How much does it cost to record a deed in Johnson County?
Under Wyoming statute (Wyo. Stat. § 18-3-402), recording a real property deed or mortgage in Johnson County costs $12.00 for the first page, plus $3.00 for each additional page. Transfer tax details: None (Wyoming has no real estate transfer tax).
How do I obtain a marriage license in Johnson County, WY?
Both applicants must appear in person before the Johnson County Clerk with government-issued photo identification (such as a valid driver's license, passport, or state ID). The fee is approximately $30.00. Wyoming requires a waiting period of 0 hours, and the license is valid for 365 days from the date of issuance.
How do I file a DBA (Doing Business As) or Assumed Name in Johnson County?
In Johnson County, registering a DBA or Assumed Business Name is handled through the Wyoming Secretary of State with a standard statutory filing fee of $10.00. Trade name registered with the Wyoming Secretary of State.
How can I request a certified copy of a birth or death certificate in Johnson County?
Certified vital records (birth certificates starting at $25.00 and death certificates starting at $25.00) can be requested through the Wyoming Department of Health Vital Statistics Services or directly at the Johnson County courthouse vital statistics counter by qualified immediate family members.