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Wyoming

State Income Tax

No Income Tax
Rate Range
Exempt
Social Security
N/A
Filing Deadline
N/A
Structure

Wyoming is one of the few states with no state income tax, meaning residents pay no state-level tax on wages, salaries, or self-employment income. This makes Wyoming attractive for individuals and business owners looking to minimize their overall tax burden. Note that federal income tax still applies regardless of state tax status.

Full Tax Details

Has Income TaxNo
Tax StructureN/A
RateNo Income Tax
Single Standard DeductionN/A
Married Standard DeductionN/A
Single Personal ExemptionN/A
Married Personal ExemptionN/A
Taxes Social SecurityExempt
Taxes Retirement IncomeExempt
Filing DeadlineN/A

Retirement Income Details

No state personal income tax.

How Wyoming Compares to Neighboring States

StateRateStructureSocial Security
Wyoming ★NoneN/AExempt
Colorado4.4%FlatExempt
Idaho5.695%FlatExempt
Montana4.7–5.9%GraduatedTaxable
Nebraska2.46–5.84%GraduatedExempt

Frequently Asked Questions — Wyoming Income Tax

Does Wyoming have a state income tax?

No. Wyoming does not impose a state income tax on individuals. Residents are not required to pay state income tax on wages, salaries, or self-employment income, though federal income tax still applies.

What is the Wyoming income tax rate?

Wyoming has no state income tax rate — residents owe $0 in state income tax.

Is Social Security taxed in Wyoming?

No. Wyoming does not tax Social Security benefits, which can be significant for retirees living on fixed incomes.

Is retirement income taxed in Wyoming?

No. Since Wyoming has no state income tax, all retirement income including pensions, 401(k) distributions, and IRA withdrawals is free from state tax.

When is the Wyoming income tax filing deadline?

The Wyoming state income tax filing deadline is N/A.

What is the standard deduction in Wyoming?

Wyoming has no state income tax, so no standard deduction applies at the state level.

How does Wyoming income tax compare to neighboring states?

Wyoming is one of the few states with no income tax, which sets it apart from most neighboring states that do impose state income tax.

Last verified: 2026-03-31 · Always consult a tax professional before making financial decisions.