Cheyenne Minimum Wage 2026 (WY)
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Cheyenne, WY · Minimum Wage 2026
Follows the Wyoming state rate
Cheyenne Minimum Wage vs. Wyoming
| Jurisdiction | Minimum Wage | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Cheyenne | $7.25/hr | — |
| Wyoming (state rate) | $7.25/hr | Same as state rate |
Does Cheyenne Have Its Own Minimum Wage?
A city or county minimum wage ordinance sets a higher local wage floor than the state minimum, and employers within that jurisdiction must pay the higher local rate.
No. Cheyenne does not have its own minimum wage ordinance , and Wyoming state law preempts cities from setting a local rate. Employers in Cheyenne must pay at least the Wyoming state minimum wage of $7.25/hr. Follows the $7.25/hr federal rate; no local minimum wage ordinances exist in Wyoming.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The minimum wage in Cheyenne is $7.25 per hour, the same as the Wyoming state minimum wage, since Cheyenne does not set its own local rate.
No. Cheyenne follows the Wyoming state minimum wage of $7.25/hr rather than setting its own rate. Wyoming state law blocks cities from setting a higher local rate.
Cheyenne follows the same $7.25/hr rate as the rest of Wyoming. There is no separate, higher local minimum wage in Cheyenne.