Wyoming Security Deposit Laws

Wyoming has no statutory cap on security deposits and requires landlords to return deposits within 30 days of the tenancy ending along with a written itemized statement of any deductions.

Last reviewed:

Key Rules

Limit
No statutory maximum
Return Deadline
30 days after termination of tenancy
Itemization Required
Yes โ€” written itemized statement of deductions required
Interest Required
No
Bad Faith Penalty
Tenant may recover deposit plus damages for bad-faith withholding

Applicable Statutes

Wyo. Stat. Ann. ยง 1-21-1207

Security deposit return: no statutory cap on deposit amount. Landlord must return deposit within 30 days after termination of tenancy with written itemized statement of any deductions.

Legal Aid Resources

Read the Full Security Deposit Laws Guide

Our comprehensive guide covers federal law, common defenses, real-world examples, and what to do if your rights are being violated.

Read the complete Security Deposit Laws guide →

Need Personalized Guidance?

Our free wizard helps you identify your specific issue and find the right next steps.