Humboldt County Birth Records
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Humboldt County Birth Records (1905-1995)
CaliforniaBirthIndex.org provides free access to Humboldt County birth records from 1905 to 1995. Search by name to find birth dates, parents' names, and county of birth — completely free, no registration required.
What You'll Find in Humboldt County Birth Records
Each birth record in our Humboldt County database includes:
— Full name (first, middle, last)
— Date of birth
— Sex
— Mother's maiden name
— County of birth (Humboldt County)
The California Birth Index does not include time of birth, hospital name, or parents' first names. For those details, you'll need a certified birth certificate (see below).
How to Search Humboldt County Birth Records
Use the search bar at the top of any page to find Humboldt County birth records by first and last name. You can also search by parents' names to find siblings or children born to specific parents in Humboldt County.
About Humboldt County
Humboldt County was established on May 12, 1853, carved from Trinity County and named after the German naturalist Alexander von Humboldt via Humboldt Bay. The county's early economy centered on timber — its redwood forests made Humboldt the top lumber-producing county in California for decades. Population grew steadily through the logging era, from about 69,000 in 1950 to over 119,000 by 1990. The presence of Humboldt State University (now Cal Poly Humboldt) in Arcata has also been a significant driver of population and births in the county since its founding in 1913.
How to Get a Certified Humboldt County Birth Certificate
While CaliforniaBirthIndex.org provides free index information, you'll need a certified birth certificate for official purposes like passports, driver's licenses, or proving identity.
Humboldt County County Clerk-Recorder
— Address: 825 5th Street, 5th Floor, Eureka, CA 95501
— Phone: (707) 445-7593
— Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
— Website: County Clerk-Recorder
Fee: $31 per certified copy. As of January 1, 2026 (AB 64 $2 increase). VitalChek online orders add a $7 service fee.
Ways to Order
In Person: Visit the County Clerk-Recorder at 825 5th Street, 5th Floor, Eureka, CA 95501. Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM. Most in-person requests are processed the same day or within a few business days.
By Mail: Send a completed application with payment (check or money order) to: Humboldt County Clerk-Recorder, 825 5th Street, 5th Floor, Eureka, CA 95501. Allow 2-4 weeks for processing and delivery.
Through the State: You can also order from the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) for $31 per copy. See our guide: How to Get a Certified Birth Certificate.
Recent Births
The Clerk-Recorder handles birth records for all years on file. For very recent births, allow 3-5 business days for processing of mail requests.
Humboldt County Specifics
Humboldt County's Clerk-Recorder office is on the 5th floor of the county building in downtown Eureka. A toll-free number is available at (888) 486-2732 for those calling from outside the area. Documents may also be submitted via a drop box located outside the Clerk-Recorder's office door. Mail-in requests require a notarized sworn statement and take 3-5 business days.
Authorized vs. Informational Copies
Humboldt County issues two types of certified birth certificates:
— Authorized copy: Can be used to establish identity (for passports, driver's licenses, etc.). Only available to the person named on the certificate, their parents, legal guardians, or other authorized individuals.
— Informational copy: Marked "Informational, Not a Valid Document to Establish Identity." Available to anyone but cannot be used for identification purposes.
What If I Can't Find a Record?
If you can't find a Humboldt County birth record in our database, consider:
— Trying alternate name spellings or maiden names
— The birth may have occurred in a neighboring county
— Pre-1905 births are not included in the California Birth Index
— Contact the Humboldt County County Clerk-Recorder directly at (707) 445-7593
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