Wyoming Minimum Wage 2026
Current minimum wage, scheduled increases, tipped worker rules, and political context for Wyoming’s wage policy in 2026.
$5.15
Current Minimum Wage
$7.25 (federal floor applies)
Projected 2026 Rate
$5.15
Tipped Worker Rate
None
Scheduled Increases
Minimum Wage Overview
Wyoming technically has a state minimum wage of $5.15, but the federal minimum of $7.25 preempts it for covered employees. Wyoming is therefore effectively at $7.25 federal minimum. The state has the lowest nominal minimum wage of any state.
Wage Policy Details
| Policy | Details |
|---|---|
| Current Minimum Wage | $5.15/hour |
| Tipped Worker Minimum | $5.15/hour |
| Scheduled Increases | None |
| Projected 2026 Rate | $7.25 (federal floor applies)/hour |
| Legislative Source | State law below federal — federal applies |
Political Context
Wyoming Republicans maintain the lowest state minimum wage in the country, though the federal floor applies in practice. The state’s energy and tourism economy means labor markets push wages well above the minimum in many areas. Minimum wage is not a significant political issue given Wyoming’s non-competitive politics.