Wyoming Rent Increase Laws: Rules for Notifications & Month-to-Month Leases

Wyoming gives landlords complete authority over their rental pricing strategies. With no rent control laws and minimal statutory constraints, landlords can adjust rent to reflect market conditions as they see fit, provided they respect the terms of the existing lease agreement.

Disclaimer: This guide provides general legal information for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Always consult a licensed attorney in Wyoming for guidance specific to your situation. Information last verified: March 2026.

No Rent Control in Wyoming

Wyoming is a free-market state regarding residential rentals.

• There are no state-level rent control laws.
• Wyoming law preempts local municipalities from enacting their own rent control ordinances.
• A landlord can raise the rent by any percentage or dollar amount they determine is appropriate.

Notice Requirements for Rent Increases

The rules for raising rent depend entirely on the type of tenancy.

Fixed-Term Leases

For tenants on a fixed-term lease (e.g., a standard one-year lease), the landlord cannot raise the rent during the active lease term unless the lease agreement explicitly contains a provision allowing for mid-lease increases (which is rare in residential leases).

To raise the rent, the landlord must wait until the lease is up for renewal and offer a new lease agreement with the increased rate.

Month-to-Month Tenancies

For month-to-month tenancies, the landlord can raise the rent at their discretion, but they must provide notice.

• The Statute: Interestingly, Wyoming's landlord-tenant statutes do not explicitly specify a minimum notice period for raising rent on a month-to-month tenant.
• The Best Practice: Because state law requires a 30-day notice to terminate a month-to-month lease, legal professionals universally recommend providing at least 30 days' written notice before increasing the rent.
• Providing 30 days is widely considered "reasonable notice" by Wyoming courts and prevents the tenant from successfully arguing bad faith or unfair dealing.

Prohibited Rent Increases

While landlords have broad discretion, they cannot raise the rent for illegal reasons:

• Retaliation: A landlord cannot raise the rent to punish a tenant for exercising a legal right, such as filing a health or safety complaint with a government agency or joining a tenant's union.
• Discrimination: Rent increases cannot be applied selectively based on a tenant's race, religion, national origin, sex, familial status, or disability, as this violates the federal Fair Housing Act.

How Landager Helps

Even in a state without rent control, providing proper notice is essential for maintaining good tenant relations and preventing disputes. Landager's property management platform allows you to schedule rent increases for lease renewals, automatically draft and send 30-day written notices to month-to-month tenants, and track tenant acknowledgment—ensuring your rent adjustments are smooth, professional, and properly documented.

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