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Employment WY

WY Minimum Wage

Source: WY Department of Workforce Services Verified: March 1, 2026

Wyoming minimum wage is $5.15 per hour under state law, but federal law requires covered employers to pay at least $7.25 per hour. In practice, the federal minimum applies to nearly all Wyoming employers. Tipped employees may be paid $2.13 per hour provided tips cover the difference.

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WY Department of Workforce Services
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