Johnson County

Local offices in Johnson County

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Human services · State office

  Wyoming Department of Family Services, Johnson County Office

  381 N Main Street, Buffalo, WY 82834

  Help here

  • Public assistance and family servicesAsk about SNAP, heating help, child care, foster care, and family support services.
  Call 307-684-5513DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dfs.wyo.gov

• Child support · State office

  Fourth Judicial District Child Support Authority, Johnson County Office

  620 W Fetterman Street, 2nd Floor, Buffalo, WY 82834

  Help here

  • Child support servicesGet help establishing parentage and support or enforcing a child support order.
  Call 307-684-9011DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on childsupport.wyo.gov

• Local office · Regional office

  Wyoming 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall or text 211 to find local help with food, housing, health care, utilities, and other needs.
  Call 307-433-3075Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on wyoming211.org

• Public health · County office

  Johnson County Public Health

  85 Klondike Drive, Buffalo, WY 82834

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet vaccinations, health education, and help finding health services.
  Call 307-684-2564DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on johnsoncowy.gov

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Johnson County Clerk of District Court

  620 W Fetterman Street, Suite 208, Buffalo, WY 82834

  Help here

  • Court self-help formsGet court forms and filing information for common family law matters.Read more
  Call 307-684-7271DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on johnsoncowy.gov

• Veterans · State office

  Veteran Service Officers, Sheridan and Johnson Counties

  700 Veterans Lane, Buffalo, WY 82834

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceGet help understanding veterans benefits and preparing or filing claims.
  Call 307-260-0884DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on wyomilitary.wyo.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Johnson County Emergency Management

  26 N DeSmet Avenue, Buffalo, WY 82834

  Help here

  • Emergency preparednessGet information about preparing for emergencies and local alerts.
  Call 307-684-2761DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on johnsoncowy.gov

• State office

  Wyoming Driver Services, Buffalo

  350 E Hart Street, Roundhouse Square Mall, Space 3, Buffalo, WY 82834

  Help here

  • Driver licenses and identification cardsApply for or renew a Wyoming driver license or identification card in person.
  Call 307-684-5809DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dot.state.wy.us

• Library · County office

  Johnson County Libraries

  171 N Adams Street, Buffalo, WY 82834

  Help here

  • Library servicesUse library materials, local history resources, and help from library staff.
  Call 307-684-5546DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on jclwyo.org

Johnson County, Wyoming website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Johnson County

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Cities and towns in Johnson County

• Buffalo
• Kaycee

Wyoming programs by kind of help

These are run by Wyoming and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.

• FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
• HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
• HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
• MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
• CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
• EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
• WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

Checked on October 8, 2026

Federal help anyone can use

These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security retirement benefits

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Medicare

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.

  Call 1-800-633-4227
• Extra Help with Medicare drug costs

  Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• VA health care

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.

  Call 1-877-222-8387
• VA disability compensation and benefits

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.

  Call 1-800-827-1000
• FAFSA, the federal student aid form

  U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Federal Pell Grant

  U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• HealthCare.gov

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.

  Call 1-800-318-2596
• Lifeline phone and internet discount

  Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.

  Call 1-800-234-9473
• Head Start and Early Head Start

  U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.

  Call 1-866-763-6481
• IRS Free File

  Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.

• VITA and TCE free tax help

  Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.

  Call 1-800-906-9887
• Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

  Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.

  Call 1-800-829-1040
• Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)

  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.

• Replace a Social Security card

  Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• FEMA disaster assistance

  Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.

  Call 1-800-621-3362

Checked on October 9, 2026