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Wyoming Economy
Unemployment was 3.0% in Sep 2026, the 7th lowest of 51 states. Personal income averages $86,477 per person.
- Unemployment rate
- 3.0%
- -0.4 pts in a year
- Labor force
- 284,967
- -1.0% in a year
- Income per person
- $86,477
- BEA, 2024
- Average annual pay
- $63,535
- QCEW, 2025
Unemployment rate in Wyoming
Monthly, seasonally adjusted, compared with the U.S.
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| Period | Wyoming |
|---|---|
| Sep 2026 | 3.0% |
| Dec 2025 | 3.5% |
| Dec 2024 | 3.3% |
| Dec 2023 | 2.8% |
| Dec 2022 | 3.4% |
| Dec 2021 | 3.6% |
| Dec 2020 | 5.4% |
| Dec 2019 | 4.2% |
| Dec 2018 | 3.9% |
| Dec 2017 | 4.2% |
| Dec 2016 | 5.0% |
| Dec 2015 | 4.8% |
| Dec 2014 | 4.1% |
| Dec 2013 | 4.5% |
| Dec 2012 | 5.1% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Local Area Unemployment Statistics ยท Last updated 09/01/2026
Counties in Wyoming
Unemployment (Aug 2026, not seasonally adjusted), income per person (BEA) and average pay (QCEW). Largest labor force first.
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| # | County | Unemployment | 1 year | Labor force | Income per person | Average pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Laramie County | 2.9% | -0.1 pts | 46,987 | $66,012 | $63,374 |
| 2 | Natrona County | 2.8% | -0.1 pts | 40,095 | $79,903 | $63,376 |
| 3 | Campbell County | 2.7% | +0.1 pts | 23,441 | $64,369 | $68,998 |
| 4 | Albany County | 2.2% | -0.2 pts | 22,456 | $57,293 | $55,028 |
| 5 | Sweetwater County | 3.4% | +0.1 pts | 19,223 | $63,284 | $70,405 |
| 6 | Teton County | 1.8% | +0.3 pts | 18,331 | $532,903 | $82,490 |
| 7 | Fremont County | 3.4% | +0.1 pts | 16,936 | $59,227 | $52,827 |
| 8 | Sheridan County | 2.5% | -0.1 pts | 15,897 | $82,773 | $60,114 |
| 9 | Park County | 2.6% | -0.1 pts | 15,221 | $80,914 | $53,903 |
| 10 | Lincoln County | 2.4% | +0.1 pts | 10,345 | $77,487 | $64,856 |
| 11 | Uinta County | 2.8% | -0.5 pts | 9,704 | $50,370 | $51,909 |
| 12 | Converse County | 2.4% | -0.4 pts | 6,582 | $75,339 | $67,927 |
| 13 | Carbon County | 2.9% | -0.4 pts | 6,282 | $71,711 | $61,004 |
| 14 | Goshen County | 2.8% | -0.6 pts | 5,136 | $55,849 | $49,379 |
| 15 | Big Horn County | 3.2% | -0.6 pts | 4,947 | $54,365 | $53,639 |
| 16 | Johnson County | 2.5% | +0.3 pts | 4,305 | $73,246 | $52,780 |
| 17 | Sublette County | 2.6% | -0.2 pts | 4,059 | $72,829 | $66,678 |
| 18 | Washakie County | 3.0% | -0.1 pts | 3,795 | $59,819 | $52,466 |
| 19 | Crook County | 2.4% | 0.0 pts | 3,749 | $65,854 | $59,182 |
| 20 | Platte County | 3.5% | -0.3 pts | 3,415 | $60,167 | $55,088 |
| 21 | Weston County | 2.7% | +0.1 pts | 2,963 | $56,457 | $55,636 |
| 22 | Hot Springs County | 2.9% | -0.4 pts | 2,136 | $69,840 | $49,161 |
| 23 | Niobrara County | 4.0% | +0.2 pts | 781 | $63,095 | $46,890 |
Metro areas in Wyoming
Unemployment rate and labor force, not seasonally adjusted
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| Metro area | Unemployment | 1 year | Labor force |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheyenne, WY | 2.9% | -0.1 pts | 46,987 |
| Casper, WY | 2.8% | -0.1 pts | 40,095 |
Jobs and pay by industry in Wyoming
Private employers, annual average 2025 (Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages)
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| Industry | Jobs | 1-year change | Average pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Retail trade | 30,231 | 0.0% | $38,716 |
| Health care and social assistance | 26,530 | +1.0% | $55,491 |
| Construction | 23,396 | -1.2% | $73,590 |
| Mining, oil and gas | 15,520 | -3.4% | $109,651 |
| Professional and technical services | 11,417 | 0.0% | $95,340 |
| Administrative and support services | 9,685 | -0.3% | $58,492 |
| Wholesale trade | 7,980 | -0.8% | $82,024 |
| Educational services | 2,168 | -7.4% | $47,568 |
| Management of companies | 952 | -2.7% | $211,309 |
Government employs 7,813 people (2.8% of all jobs): 7,813 federal, - state and - local.
Output and businesses in Wyoming
Bureau of Economic Analysis and Census Bureau
- GDP
- $51.5B
- 2024, current dollars
- Real GDP growth
- -0.2%
- Adjusted for inflation
- Employer businesses
- 23,865
- 212,203 employees
- Professional and technical services3,35214.0%
- Construction2,98112.5%
- Retail trade2,67411.2%
- Health care and social assistance2,2119.3%
- Other services1,9598.2%
- Accommodation and food services1,8777.9%
- Real estate and rental1,4446.1%
- Administrative and support services1,2795.4%
- Finance and insurance1,2705.3%
- Transportation and warehousing1,0094.2%
Federal money in Wyoming
Federal awards, pandemic loans and political donations
Frequently asked questions
- What is the unemployment rate in Wyoming?
- Wyoming's unemployment rate was 3.0% in Sep 2026, seasonally adjusted, compared with 4.2% for the U.S.
- Which county in Wyoming has the highest unemployment?
- Niobrara County has the highest rate at 4.0%, and Teton County has the lowest at 1.8% (not seasonally adjusted).
- What is the largest industry in Wyoming?
- Retail trade is the largest private employer with 30,231 jobs, followed by health care and social assistance (26,530) and construction (23,396).
- What is the average salary in Wyoming?
- The average annual pay for jobs covered by unemployment insurance in Wyoming was $63,535 in 2025, or $1,222 a week.
- How big is Wyoming's economy?
- Wyoming's GDP was $51.5B in 2024, about $87,639 per resident.