Wyoming (WY) law guide
Quick answer
Wyoming landlord-tenant law sets no cap on security deposits, requires landlords to return deposits within 30 days (or 60 days if damages are claimed), and gives tenants a 3-day pay-or-quit notice before eviction for nonpayment. Wyoming has no statewide rent control and no statutory limit on rent increases or late fees, making it one of the more landlord-friendly states in the country.
Security deposit limit
No cap (any amount)
Deposit return deadline
30 days (60 days if damages claimed)
Statewide rent control
None
Nonpayment eviction notice
3-day pay-or-quit
Wyoming rental market snapshot
Population
~589,000 (2025 estimate)
Renter households
28% of households
Median rent
About $1,100/mo for a 2BR (2025 estimate)
Largest rental markets
Cheyenne, Casper, Laramie, Gillette, Rock Springs
Wyoming is one of the least-populated states, so rental inventory is tight in energy-industry cities like Gillette and Rock Springs. Rents are well below the national average, giving landlords limited vacancy risk.
Wyoming sets no maximum on the security deposit amount a landlord can charge (WS § 1-21-1207). Landlords should document the deposit amount in the lease.
Landlords must return the deposit within 30 days after the tenancy ends and possession is returned. If damages are claimed, the deadline extends to 60 days, and the landlord must provide a written, itemized list of deductions (WS § 1-21-1208).
Wyoming has no statewide rent control and no cap on how much a landlord can raise rent. Landlords may raise rent to any amount with reasonable written notice; there is no state-mandated advance notice period for rent increases.
There is no statutory grace period for late rent and no cap on late fees. Landlords may charge whatever the lease specifies. Tenants should review their lease carefully before signing.
For nonpayment of rent, the landlord must serve a 3-day pay-or-quit notice giving the tenant 3 days to pay in full or vacate (WS § 1-21-1002, 1-21-1003). If the tenant does neither, the landlord can file for eviction.
For lease violations such as property damage or illegal activity, the landlord must also serve a 3-day cure-or-quit notice. If the violation is not corrected within 3 days, eviction proceedings may begin.
Wyoming has no statute requiring advance notice before a landlord enters the unit. There is also no time-of-day restriction in state law. Best practice is to give at least 24 to 48 hours of notice, and many leases include this as a term.
Landlords must keep the unit in a safe, habitable condition and must respond to repair requests within a reasonable timeframe (WS § 1-21-1203). Tenants must submit repair requests in writing before they can pursue any legal remedy.
Landlords must provide housing that meets basic health and safety standards, including working heat, plumbing, and structural integrity (WS § 1-21-1203). Tenants who report code violations or exercise legal rights are protected from retaliation.
Retaliatory acts include raising rent, cutting services, or filing a baseless eviction after a tenant makes a complaint. Tenants who face retaliation may raise it as a defense in eviction proceedings.
Wyoming's Fair Housing Act (WS § 40-26-102, 40-26-103) prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, familial status, and disability. Federal law adds the same protections. Pregnancy is included under familial status.
Wyoming small claims court handles disputes up to $6,000. Either landlord or tenant can sue for deposit disputes or unpaid rent in small claims without an attorney. Month-to-month leases can be terminated by either party with 30 days written notice.
This guide is general information, not legal advice. Governing statute: Wyoming Statutes Title 1, Chapter 21, Articles 10-12. Laws change; confirm the current statute or consult an attorney before acting. Last reviewed 2026-06-05.
Wyoming FAQ
**30 days** after the tenancy ends and the landlord regains possession. If the landlord claims damages, the deadline extends to **60 days**, and a written itemized list of deductions is required (WS § 1-21-1208).
No. Wyoming law sets **no cap** on the security deposit amount a landlord can charge (WS § 1-21-1207). The amount is whatever the landlord and tenant agree to in the lease.
Yes. Wyoming has **no rent control** and no limit on how much rent can be raised. There is also no state-mandated notice period for rent increases, though the lease may specify one.
**No notice is legally required** under Wyoming state law. There is no statute specifying advance notice or time-of-day restrictions. Many landlords give 24 to 48 hours as a courtesy, and leases often include notice terms.
**3 days.** The landlord must serve a written pay-or-quit notice giving the tenant 3 days to pay the full amount owed or vacate. If the tenant does neither, the landlord may file for eviction in court (WS § 1-21-1002).
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