Pueblo County Genealogy Records

Pueblo County is one of the most populous counties in southern Colorado. The city of Pueblo serves as the county seat. It was founded in 1861 as one of the original 17 counties. The area has a rich multicultural history. Many families came here to work in the steel mills and farms.

The Pueblo County Clerk and Recorder maintains extensive records. Marriage records date back to 1867. Land records start from the same period. The office has modern systems for searching. You can also visit in person for help with genealogy research.

Pueblo County Clerk and Recorder

The Clerk and Recorder in Pueblo County handles many types of records. They issue marriage licenses and record land documents. They also keep military discharge records. The office has a large records vault. Staff can help you find what you need.

Pueblo County has online records search. You can look up land records from home. Visit their website to access the database. For older records, you may need to visit in person. Some documents are on microfilm. Staff can assist with these.

Vital Records in Pueblo County

Vital records are important for family history. In Pueblo County, the Clerk and Recorder has some records. But most vital records are held by other offices. The Colorado Department of Public Health has birth and death records from 1910 on. They follow C.R.S. 25-2-117.

The Pueblo County Public Health Department may have some local records. Call them for information. For certified copies, use VitalChek. You can also order by mail. The cost is $20 per copy. Processing takes about 30 days.

The Colorado State Archives has older records. They hold some birth and death records before 1908. Pueblo County records may be in their collection. Use the Archives Search Database to check. The database is free.

Marriage Records in Pueblo County

Marriage records in Pueblo County go back to 1867. The Clerk and Recorder keeps all marriage licenses. These are public records. You can get a certified copy. Visit the office or call to request one.

To search for a marriage record, you need names and approximate date. Staff can search the indexes. The State Archives has a marriage index. It covers 1890 to 1939 statewide. This includes Pueblo County. The index is online.

Note that most Colorado marriage records do not list parents. They show the couple's names, ages, and date. This is useful but limited for deep genealogy work.

Land and Property Records

Land records in Pueblo County date to 1861. The Clerk and Recorder keeps all deeds and mortgages. You can search these online. The county has a records search portal. Visit their website to use it.

Land records help trace property ownership. They show when land was bought and sold. You can follow a piece of land through many owners. This can reveal family connections. The records include legal descriptions and sometimes family details.

Historical and Genealogy Resources

Pueblo has strong historical organizations. The Pueblo County Historical Society preserves local history. They have archives and photos. The Pueblo City-County Library has a local history section. They have newspapers and city directories.

The FamilySearch website has Pueblo County collections. Some are digitized. You can view them from home. The FamilySearch Wiki has research guidance. Check their Pueblo County page for tips.

Helpful Websites for Pueblo County Research

Start your research online. Many resources are available. Here are key sites:

• Colorado State Archives - State-level records
• Pueblo County Clerk - Marriage and land records
• FamilySearch - Free genealogy database
• Pueblo City-County Library - Local history resources
• CDPHE Vital Records - Birth and death certificates

These sites can help you find records. Many Pueblo County records are now digital. You can search from anywhere.

Nearby Counties

Your ancestors may have lived in nearby counties. Check these areas: