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Wyoming Alimony Calculator

Estimate spousal support (maintenance) amount and duration in Wyoming. Updated for 2026.

Last reviewed July 2026 · Free · Nothing you enter is stored

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Educational estimate, not legal advice. Alimony in Wyoming is discretionary — actual awards vary widely by judge and circumstances.
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How alimony works in Wyoming

Wyoming does not use a fixed statutory formula for alimony amounts. Judges weigh statutory factors — length of the marriage, each spouse's income and earning capacity, age and health, standard of living, and contributions to the marriage. Our calculator uses the AAML guideline formula (30% of payor's income minus 20% of recipient's) that attorneys commonly use for ballpark estimates.

Governing law: Wyo. Stat. § 20-2-114 — Wholly discretionary and disfavored — Wyoming courts prefer addressing income disparities through property division.

Frequently asked questions

How is alimony calculated in Wyoming?

Wyoming does not use a fixed statutory formula for alimony amounts. Judges weigh statutory factors — length of the marriage, each spouse's income and earning capacity, age and health, standard of living, and contributions to the marriage. Our calculator uses the AAML guideline formula (30% of payor's income minus 20% of recipient's) that attorneys commonly use for ballpark estimates. See Wyo. Stat. § 20-2-114.

How long does alimony last in Wyoming?

Duration is generally tied to the length of the marriage. Short marriages (under ~5 years) typically produce short-term or no support; long marriages (20+ years) can produce long-term support. Wyoming courts set duration case-by-case.

What types of alimony does Wyoming recognize?

Wyoming recognizes: temporary, rehabilitative, permanent (rare). Wholly discretionary and disfavored — Wyoming courts prefer addressing income disparities through property division.

Is alimony taxable in Wyoming?

For divorces finalized after 2018, federal law (TCJA) makes alimony non-deductible for the payer and non-taxable for the recipient. A few states differ for state income tax — confirm with a tax professional.

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