Wyoming has no deposit cap. Refund is due 30 days after termination or 15 days after receiving a new address, whichever is later. Damage can extend this by 30 days. Deposits earn no interest.
Last verified: 2026-10-10
Max deposit
—
no statutory cap
Return deadline
30
days after tenancy ends
Interest required
No
not required
Separate account
—
statute silent
Maximum Security Deposit
No statutory maximum
No numeric cap established in §1-21-1208.
Return Deadline
30 days
Later of 30 days after termination or 15 days after new address received; damage can extend period by 30 days; separate utility-deposit rules apply.
Interest on Deposit
Not required
General deposit balance returned without interest.
Separate Account Required
Statute silent
Not established.
⚖️ Permitted Deductions
Accrued rent; damage beyond wear; cleaning to initial condition; other contract costs.
📋 Official Source
The information on this page is sourced from the primary Wyoming statute. Always verify against the current official text before making decisions.
How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in Wyoming?
Wyoming does not set a statutory maximum for security deposits. Landlords and tenants may agree to any amount in the lease. No numeric cap established in §1-21-1208.
How long does a landlord have to return the security deposit in Wyoming?
Wyoming landlords must return the security deposit — or provide a written itemized statement of deductions — within 30 days after the tenancy ends. Later of 30 days after termination or 15 days after new address received; damage can extend period by 30 days; separate utility-deposit rules apply.
Does Wyoming require landlords to pay interest on security deposits?
No. Wyoming law does not require landlords to pay interest to tenants on security deposits. General deposit balance returned without interest.
Must Wyoming landlords keep security deposits in a separate bank account?
Wyoming's statute does not clearly require a separate account for security deposits. Not established.
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This page is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Security deposit laws change — always verify the current statute or consult a licensed attorney in Wyoming before making decisions. Official source: https://wyoleg.gov/statutes/compress/title01.pdf. Last reviewed: 2026-10-10.