Wyoming Sales Tax Calculator
Calculate the exact sales tax for any purchase in Wyoming. Get instant breakdowns of state, county, and city taxes. Updated with current 2026 rates.
WY Base State Rate: 4% (up to 6% combined)
Albany
Total Amount
$104.00
$100.00 + $4.00 tax
Tax Components
Wyoming Sales Tax Highlights
Wyoming has a 4% state sales tax
Local taxes add 0-2%
Groceries exempt
No state income tax
Wyoming Sales Tax FAQ
What is Wyoming's sales tax rate?
Wyoming has a 4% state rate with local taxes up to 2% for combined rates up to 6%. Groceries are exempt.
Wyoming Sales Tax Rate Structure in 2026
Wyoming imposes a 4% state sales tax — one of the lowest base rates among states with a sales tax. Counties can add an optional general purpose tax and specific purpose tax, with local additions ranging from 0% to 2%. The maximum combined rate is 6%.
Wyoming has no state income tax, making sales tax an important revenue source alongside mineral severance taxes.
| Area | State Rate | County Rate | Combined Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheyenne (Laramie Co.) | 4% | 2% | 6% |
| Casper (Natrona Co.) | 4% | 2% | 6% |
| Jackson (Teton Co.) | 4% | 2% | 6% |
| Laramie (Albany Co.) | 4% | 0% | 4% |
| Sheridan (Sheridan Co.) | 4% | 1% | 5% |
Wyoming's local tax structure is county-based only — there are no city-level taxes. This keeps compliance straightforward, with only 23 possible county rates to track.
Tax-Exempt Items and Special Rules in Wyoming
Wyoming exempts groceries (unprepared food for home consumption) and prescription drugs from sales tax. Clothing is fully taxable — Wyoming has no clothing exemption.
| Category | Taxable? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Groceries (unprepared food) | Exempt | Food for home consumption |
| Prepared food / restaurant meals | Taxable | Full combined rate |
| Clothing | Taxable | No exemption |
| Prescription drugs | Exempt | Requires valid prescription |
| Over-the-counter medicine | Taxable | Full rate |
| Motor vehicles | Taxable | State and county rate at point of registration |
| Agricultural equipment | Exempt | Used directly in farming/ranching |
Wyoming also exempts manufacturing machinery, mineral production equipment, medical devices, and sales to government entities. There is no annual sales tax holiday in Wyoming.
Filing and Compliance for Wyoming Sales Tax
The Wyoming Department of Revenue administers all state and county sales tax. Businesses must obtain a Sales/Use Tax License and file returns monthly, quarterly, or annually. Monthly filing is required when collections exceed $500/month on average.
Wyoming requires remote sellers to collect sales tax once they exceed $100,000 in sales or 200 transactions to Wyoming buyers in the current or prior calendar year. Marketplace facilitators must collect on behalf of third-party sellers since July 1, 2019.
| Filing Detail | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Economic nexus threshold | $100,000 in sales or 200 transactions |
| Marketplace facilitator rule | Yes — effective July 1, 2019 |
| Filing frequency | Monthly, Quarterly, or Annual |
| State agency | Wyoming Department of Revenue |
| Late filing penalty | 10% of tax due or $25 minimum |
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Official References
This calculator uses current sales tax rates based on official sources:
- Wyoming DOR
Official Wyoming tax authority
Tax rates are updated regularly but may change. Always verify current rates with local tax authorities for official transactions.