Wyoming

$5.15 / hour

Wyoming state minimum wage is $5.15 per hour.

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2026-08-13

Wyoming does not have a general state overtime requirement for most employees; overtime requirements apply to workers on public works projects.

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2026-08-13

In Wyoming, the governing rule for employee classification is federal: A determination of whether a worker is an employee or independent contractor under the Act focuses on the economic realities of the worker’s relationship with the worker’s potential employer and whether the worker is either economically dependent on the potential employer for work or in business for themself (29 CFR § 795.105(a); six factors at § 795.110(b)).

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2024-03-11

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2026-08-09

Most Wyoming employers have no set pay frequency requirement, while certain industries must pay employees semi-monthly.

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2026-08-13

Employers must provide final pay no later than the next regular payroll date.

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2026-08-13

No general pay stub requirement for private employers was located in WY's official sources as of 2026-08-13. This records the result of a documented search of the state's official publishers, not a statement that no such law exists. Federal requirements continue to apply where applicable.

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2026-08-13

Employers may make certain deductions from wages, including repayment of loans or advances and recovery of lost or damaged property, when wage offset rules are followed.

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2026-08-13

An employer cannot require direct deposit but may offer it when the employee agrees.

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2026-08-13

Wyoming law does not require breaks.

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2026-08-13

No general working time requirement for private employers was located in WY's official sources as of 2026-08-13. This records the result of a documented search of the state's official publishers, not a statement that no such law exists. Federal requirements continue to apply where applicable.

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2026-08-13

No general predictive scheduling requirement for private employers was located in WY's official sources as of 2026-08-13. This records the result of a documented search of the state's official publishers, not a statement that no such law exists. Federal requirements continue to apply where applicable.

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2026-08-13

No general expense reimbursement requirement for private employers was located in WY's official sources as of 2026-08-13. This records the result of a documented search of the state's official publishers, not a statement that no such law exists. Federal requirements continue to apply where applicable.

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2026-08-13

No general commissions requirement for private employers was located in WY's official sources as of 2026-08-13. This records the result of a documented search of the state's official publishers, not a statement that no such law exists. Federal requirements continue to apply where applicable.

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2026-08-13

No general bonuses requirement for private employers was located in WY's official sources as of 2026-08-13. This records the result of a documented search of the state's official publishers, not a statement that no such law exists. Federal requirements continue to apply where applicable.

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2026-08-13

No general severance requirement for private employers was located in WY's official sources as of 2026-08-13. This records the result of a documented search of the state's official publishers, not a statement that no such law exists. Federal requirements continue to apply where applicable.

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2026-08-13

No general holiday premium pay requirement for private employers was located in WY's official sources as of 2026-08-13. This records the result of a documented search of the state's official publishers, not a statement that no such law exists. Federal requirements continue to apply where applicable.

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2026-08-13

Wyoming publishes prevailing wage rates that apply to specific public works and construction projects.

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2026-08-13

No general paid sick leave requirement for private employers was located in WY's official sources as of 2026-08-13. This records the result of a documented search of the state's official publishers, not a statement that no such law exists. Federal requirements continue to apply where applicable.

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2026-08-13

No general paid family medical leave requirement for private employers was located in WY's official sources as of 2026-08-13. This records the result of a documented search of the state's official publishers, not a statement that no such law exists. Federal requirements continue to apply where applicable.

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2026-08-13

No general other leaves requirement for private employers was located in WY's official sources as of 2026-08-13. This records the result of a documented search of the state's official publishers, not a statement that no such law exists. Federal requirements continue to apply where applicable.

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2026-08-13

Complete this form only if you live in a state with a state income tax. Wyoming residents DO NOT need to complete this form.

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2026-08-09

In Wyoming, the governing rule for state withholding forms is federal: On or before the date on which an individual commences employment, the individual must furnish the employer a signed withholding allowance certificate stating the filing status the employee reasonably expects to claim and the withholding allowance claimed. The allowance may not exceed what the employee is entitled to under the instructions the Commissioner prescribes. An employee may claim exemption from withholding where the certifications of section 3402(n) are true. Where no valid certificate is in effect at the time wages are paid, the employer withholds as prescribed (26 U.S.C. 3402; 26 CFR 31.3402(f)(2)-1).

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2026-08-10

No general supplemental wages requirement for private employers was located in WY's official sources as of 2026-08-13. This records the result of a documented search of the state's official publishers, not a statement that no such law exists. Federal requirements continue to apply where applicable.

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2026-08-13

No general multistate taxation requirement for private employers was located in WY's official sources as of 2026-08-13. This records the result of a documented search of the state's official publishers, not a statement that no such law exists. Federal requirements continue to apply where applicable.

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2026-08-13

No general local taxation requirement for private employers was located in WY's official sources as of 2026-08-13. This records the result of a documented search of the state's official publishers, not a statement that no such law exists. Federal requirements continue to apply where applicable.

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2026-08-13

Wage base $33,800

The Wyoming unemployment insurance taxable wage base for 2026 is $33,800.

Effective

2026-01-01

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2026-08-13

No general disability insurance requirement for private employers was located in WY's official sources as of 2026-08-13. This records the result of a documented search of the state's official publishers, not a statement that no such law exists. Federal requirements continue to apply where applicable.

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2026-08-13

Businesses in extra-hazardous industries must have workers compensation coverage through DWS before work begins in Wyoming.

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2026-08-13

No general tax deposit frequency requirement for private employers was located in WY's official sources as of 2026-08-13. This records the result of a documented search of the state's official publishers, not a statement that no such law exists. Federal requirements continue to apply where applicable.

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2026-08-13

Wyoming employers use WYUI to file quarterly wage reports and taxes.

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2026-08-13

In Wyoming, the governing rule for year-end reporting is federal: Every employer required to deduct and withhold income tax or FICA from an employee, and every employer engaged in a trade or business who pays remuneration for services, must furnish that employee a statement on Form W-2 of the remuneration paid and the tax withheld during the calendar year, on or before January 31 of the succeeding year. Where employment terminates before the close of the calendar year, the statement is due within 30 days of a written request from the employee if that period ends before January 31 (26 U.S.C. 6051(a); 26 CFR 31.6051-1).

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2026-08-10

Wyoming employers are required to report information on newly hired or rehired employees through the Wyoming New Hire Reporting Center

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2026-08-13

25%

In Wyoming, the governing rule for garnishments is federal: A garnishment may not take more than the lesser of 25 percent of an employee's disposable earnings for the workweek, or the amount by which those disposable earnings exceed thirty times the federal minimum hourly wage. Earnings equal to or below thirty times the minimum wage may not be garnished in any amount. Orders for support, bankruptcy orders and debts for federal or state tax are excepted from this restriction (15 U.S.C. 1673; 29 CFR 870.10).

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2026-08-10

A Wyoming employer shall not discriminate based on gender by paying an employee less than an opposite-gender employee for equal work requiring equal skill, effort and responsibility under similar working conditions

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2026-08-13

No general pay transparency requirement for private employers was located in WY's official sources as of 2026-08-13. This records the result of a documented search of the state's official publishers, not a statement that no such law exists. Federal requirements continue to apply where applicable.

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2026-08-13

No general salary history requirement for private employers was located in WY's official sources as of 2026-08-13. This records the result of a documented search of the state's official publishers, not a statement that no such law exists. Federal requirements continue to apply where applicable.

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2026-08-13

No general wage theft requirement for private employers was located in WY's official sources as of 2026-08-13. This records the result of a documented search of the state's official publishers, not a statement that no such law exists. Federal requirements continue to apply where applicable.

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2026-08-13

Employers must display labor law posters in a high traffic area where everyone can easily read them.

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2026-08-13

Workers age 14 and 15 cannot work during school hours, more than three hours on a school day, more than 18 hours in a school week, before 7 a.m. or after 7 p.m., extended to 9 p.m. in summer.

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2026-08-13

No general e verify requirement for private employers was located in WY's official sources as of 2026-08-13. This records the result of a documented search of the state's official publishers, not a statement that no such law exists. Federal requirements continue to apply where applicable.

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2026-08-13

A business that performs work in Wyoming or hires a Wyoming resident must register with the Wyoming Department of Workforce Services.

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2026-08-13

A Wyoming employing unit shall maintain accurate employment records prescribed by the commission, open them to inspection, and submit employee reports upon request

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2026-08-13

200%

Late wage payment is a misdemeanor, and an employer may be fined $200 per day for failing to comply with an order to pay wages when the order was not appealed.

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2026-08-13

No general statute of limitations requirement for private employers was located in WY's official sources as of 2026-08-13. This records the result of a documented search of the state's official publishers, not a statement that no such law exists. Federal requirements continue to apply where applicable.

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2026-08-13