Cost to hire an employee in Wyoming
On top of a $50,000 salary, a Wyoming employer pays roughly $5,143 in payroll taxes and insurance before benefits, about 10.3% of wages.
Last verified November 2, 2026. Sources: eddy.com, oregon.gov.
What a Wyoming employer pays
| Cost | Rate | Applies to |
|---|---|---|
| Social Security | 6.2% | Wages up to $184,500 |
| Medicare | 1.45% | All wages |
| Federal unemployment (FUTA) | 0.6% net | First $7,000 |
| Wyoming unemployment (SUTA) | 1.69% new employer 0.1%–8.6% experienced | First $33,800 |
| Workers' compensation | ~$1.41 per $100 | Varies by job class |
Four adjustment factors (including the Employment Support Fund) are added to the base rate, capped at 1.5 points combined
Total cost at different salaries
| Salary | Employer taxes & insurance | % of salary | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| $35,000 | $3,784 | 10.8% | $38,784 |
| $50,000 | $5,143 | 10.3% | $55,143 |
| $75,000 | $7,408 | 9.9% | $82,408 |
| $100,000 | $9,673 | 9.7% | $109,673 |
| $150,000 | $14,203 | 9.5% | $164,203 |
Benefits usually cost more than taxes. The BLS Employer Costs for Employee Compensation survey puts benefits at roughly 30% of total compensation in private industry. Add your health plan cost in the calculator to include it.
Wyoming vs. neighboring states
| State | SUTA wage base | New-employer rate | Cost on $50,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wyoming | $33,800 | 1.69% | $5,143 |
| Colorado | $30,600 | 3.05% | $5,545 |
| Idaho | $58,300 | 1% | $4,917 |
| Montana | $47,300 | 1.28% | $5,142 |
| Nebraska | $9,000 | 1.25% | $4,540 |
| South Dakota | $15,000 | 1.75% | $4,695 |
| Utah | $50,700 | 1.2% | $4,782 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much does it cost to hire an employee in Wyoming?
- On a $50,000 salary, employer payroll taxes and insurance add about $5,143 (10.3%), before benefits, for a total of $55,143.
- What is the Wyoming SUTA rate for new employers?
- New employers generally pay 1.69% on the first $33,800 of each employee's wages. Experienced employers pay between 0.1% and 8.6%.
- Do Wyoming employers pay FUTA?
- Yes. Employers pay 6.0% on the first $7,000 of wages, reduced to 0.6% with the state unemployment credit.