Wyoming Security Deposit Law (2026): Limit & Deadline

Maximum deposit

No statutory limit

Return deadline

30 days after termination, or 15 days after landlord receives renter's new mailing addr…

Controlling statute

No statutory dollar cap. Wyoming sets no statewide limit on the deposit amount — but local ordinances may, and the return deadline above still applies. Market practice is typically 1–2 months of rent.

Maximum security deposit in Wyoming

No statutory limit. Return deadline: later of 30 days or 15 days after new address; +30 days if damage. Nonrefundable portions must be disclosed in writing.

Returning the deposit

30 days after termination, or 15 days after landlord receives renter's new mailing address, whichever is later (+30 more days if unit damaged beyond normal wear). Read Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 1-21-1208 for the exact triggers, itemization requirements, and penalties for late or bad-faith withholding.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum security deposit a landlord can charge in Wyoming?

No statutory limit. Return deadline: later of 30 days or 15 days after new address; +30 days if damage. Nonrefundable portions must be disclosed in writing. This is a best-effort summary verified against the official statute (Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 1-21-1208) on June 7, 2026 — always confirm with the current law or an attorney.

When must a landlord return a security deposit in Wyoming?

30 days after termination, or 15 days after landlord receives renter's new mailing address, whichever is later (+30 more days if unit damaged beyond normal wear). See Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 1-21-1208 for the exact conditions and any itemization requirements.

What statute governs security deposits in Wyoming?

Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 1-21-1208. The official text is published by the state at https://wyoleg.gov/NXT/gateway.dll/Statutes/2021%20Titles/2/54/66.

Is this legal advice?

No. This page is a best-effort summary compiled from primary legal authority and verified on June 7, 2026. Statutes change, and many states use tiers or exceptions a summary can't capture. Confirm with the current statute or a licensed attorney before relying on it.

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