Mendocino County Birth Records
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Mendocino County Birth Records (1905-1995)
CaliforniaBirthIndex.org provides free access to Mendocino 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 Mendocino County Birth Records
Each birth record in our Mendocino County database includes:
— Full name (first, middle, last)
— Date of birth
— Sex
— Mother's maiden name
— County of birth (Mendocino 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 Mendocino County Birth Records
Use the search bar at the top of any page to find Mendocino 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 Mendocino County.
About Mendocino County
Mendocino County was one of California's original 27 counties, created on February 18, 1850, though it lacked sufficient settler population for its own government until 1859 and was administered by Sonoma County in the interim. Named after Cape Mendocino (honoring a Viceroy of New Spain), the county is known for its dramatic Pacific coastline, towering redwood forests, and wine production. The county's population grew from about 40,000 in 1950 to over 80,000 by 1990, driven by timber, agriculture, fishing, and a growing tourism economy.
How to Get a Certified Mendocino 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.
Mendocino County Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder-Elections
— Address: 501 Low Gap Road, Room 1020, Ukiah, CA 95482
— Phone: (707) 463-4376
— Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
— Website: Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder-Elections
Fee: $30 per certified copy. As of January 1, 2026 (AB 64 $2 increase). Verify current fee at the county website or by calling the office.
Ways to Order
In Person: Visit the Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder-Elections at 501 Low Gap Road, Room 1020, Ukiah, CA 95482. Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 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: Mendocino County Assessor-Clerk-Recorder, 501 Low Gap Road, Room 1020, Ukiah, CA 95482. 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 county Vital Statistics office registers all current-year births and can also issue copies. Records for all years are also available from the County Clerk-Recorder.
Mendocino County Specifics
Mendocino County does not accept credit cards or online orders directly — all online ordering goes through VitalChek, which charges an additional service fee. Mail and fax requests require a notarized application. The office is located in the Mendocino County complex on Low Gap Road in Ukiah, with free parking available.
Authorized vs. Informational Copies
Mendocino 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 Mendocino 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 Mendocino County Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder-Elections directly at (707) 463-4376
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