Filing and paying taxes in Wyoming
- State return
- None. Wyoming has no individual income tax.
- Property tax exemption
- Homeowner affidavit through the Department of Revenue, reviewed by the county assessor.
- Federal return
- Form 1040, due April 15.
To see how Wyoming sits against every other state on top rate, bracket count and standard deduction, see state income tax rates for 2026 — all 51 jurisdictions in one sortable table.
How Wyoming Income Tax Compares to Neighboring States
Total income tax (federal + state) on a $100,000 annual salary in 2026, single filer using the standard deduction:
| State | State Tax | Total Income Tax | vs. Wyoming |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wyoming (here) | $0 | $13,170 | — |
| Montana | $4,289 | $17,459 | +$4,289 |
| South Dakota | $0 | $13,170 | $0 |
| Nebraska | $3,670 | $16,840 | +$3,670 |
| Colorado | $3,692 | $16,862 | +$3,692 |
| Utah | $4,450 | $17,620 | +$4,450 |
A negative "vs." figure means that state collects less total income tax than Wyoming. Federal portion is identical across states; only state tax varies.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Wyoming state income tax rate for 2026?
Wyoming has no state income tax on wages — the rate is 0% across all income levels. Only federal income tax applies, with brackets ranging from 10% to 37% depending on your taxable income.
How much income tax will I pay in Wyoming on a $100,000 salary?
For a single filer earning $100,000 in Wyoming in 2026, expect approximately $13,170 in federal income tax — for a total income tax of about $13,170, an effective rate of 13.2%. This excludes FICA (Social Security and Medicare), which adds roughly 7.65% on top.
Does Wyoming tax retirement income?
No. Wyoming has no income tax, so Social Security, pensions, and retirement account withdrawals are free of state tax.
What is the Wyoming homeowner property tax exemption?
From tax year 2026, 25% of the fair market value of an owner-occupied home, on up to the first $1,000,000 of value, for owners who live there at least eight months a year.
Does Wyoming tax groceries?
No. Unprepared groceries are exempt from Wyoming sales tax.
For the preferential federal rates on long-term gains, see the Capital Gains Tax Calculator. For the federal brackets, standard deduction, and Social Security wage base that sit underneath this state calculation, see 2026 Tax Calculators.