Wayne County Health Department
100 S. 5TH STREET, Richmond, Indiana, 47374
Contact & location
- Address
- 100 S. 5TH STREET, Richmond, Indiana, 47374
- Records for
- Wayne County, Indiana
- Phone
- 765-973-9245
- Official site
- Government website ↗
Last verified July 14, 2026
This office issues Indiana state records
Wayne County follows Indiana’s fees, eligibility rules and processing times. Compare the statewide baseline below before choosing where to go.
- $10.00
- Indiana birth certificate fee
- 12–16 weeks
- Statewide processing
- 6,924,275
- Indiana population
This office charges $15.00 — $5.00 more than the Indiana fee.
See full Indiana requirements, IDs & fees →Office hours
| Monday | 8:00am - 4:15pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00am - 4:15pm |
| Wednesday | 8:00am - 4:15pm |
| Thursday | 8:00am - 4:15pm |
| Friday | 8:00am - 4:15pm |
| Saturday | closed |
| Sunday | closed |
Certificates, fees & processing
| Record | Fee | Processing |
|---|---|---|
| Birth Certificate | $15.00 | 12–16 weeksIndiana estimate |
| Death Certificate | $15.00 | 12–16 weeksIndiana estimate |
Processing times are set at state level — county offices do not publish their own — and are estimates that vary with demand.
The Wayne County Health Department’s office or registry of vital records, offers a wide range of crucial services. These offices play a vital role in the protection and provision of essential documents such as birth certificates, death certificates . In addition to maintaining these primary records, they are responsible for managing and issuing copies of birth, marriage, and death records that occurred within the Township of Richmond. Alongside record maintenance, this office provides valuable services like issuing certified copies of documents, overseeing the registration of domestic partnerships, and offering assistance to rectify any errors detected in vital records. Through these comprehensive services, the vital records office ensures the accuracy, accessibility, and integrity of vital records for the benefit of the community.
Reviews
★★★★★3.7 (13)- ★★★★★Jacoba ClouseGoogle
I have never had a good experience here and my questions are walked all over, like I can't even finish a sentence. I've contacted these people twice in the past month and it was the same attitude both times. Glad I don't live in this county anymore.
- ★★★★★Ralph BartramGoogle
I got my final covid shot on 10-29. Just walked in about 2 pm. Wait time was short. I had a couple questions that were quickly answered. All professional. I will bring my handicapped wife here because they will give her curb service.
- ★★★★★WickedSkittleGoogle
If I could leave 0 stars I absolutely would. The "ladies" if that's what you can called them, were extremely rude and unhelpful. Before making a trip there I had called on 3 separate occasions to make sure I had the documentation I would need and brought everything with me. Had my DMV issued liscense with me and was told it was an unacceptable form of identification. I meant to go earlier then now, but I've been in the hospital for my pregnancy. So sorry my body didnt act according to your timeline. They proceeded to be hostile and a HUGE waste of my time. Now I cannot register my other child for school etc. Until later in the year
- ★★★★★Megan RipbergerGoogle
I have been going to the WCHD for years for my vaccines and have had the most positive experiences from the front desk to the medical room. Great people who offer a great experience!
- ★★★★★Howard W6IDSGoogle
I just hung up the phone. Called to ask questions about getting latest vaccination for COVID and variants. Employee was super helpful and informative. I've spoken to them before and at no time did I ever find any associate rude and hostile. If anything they've demonstrated a good amount of patience.