Wyoming Alimony Calculator
Estimate spousal support and how long it lasts under Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 20-2-114. Enter your numbers below for an instant estimate with a step-by-step breakdown and statute citations.
Wyoming Alimony Calculator
This state publishes a guideline equation that takes a share of the payor’s income and subtracts a share of the payee’s.
Based on Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 20-2-114 · Verified June 1, 2026
Wyoming has no statutory alimony formula
Wyoming has no statutory alimony formula, so this figure uses the AAML national guideline (30% of the payor's gross income minus 20% of the payee's, capped at 40% of combined income) purely as a ballpark. The figure below is an estimate to give you a ballpark — a Wyoming judge decides the actual amount and duration using the factors listed beneath the calculator. About this method.
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Eligibility: No minimum marriage-length requirement; alimony is available only when the court finds it just and equitable based on need and ability to pay.
Factors Wyoming Courts Weigh
- •The respective merits of the parties (relative conduct and equities between spouses)
- •The condition in which each party will be left by the divorce
- •The party through whom property was acquired
- •The burdens imposed on property for the benefit of either party and the children
- •The paying spouse's ability to pay alimony out of his or her estate
- •The necessity of, or need for, support of the spouse requesting alimony
- •Earning capacity and ability of each spouse to be self-supporting
- •Standard of living established during the marriage (for spousal maintenance)
- •Contributions one spouse made to the other's education, career, or earning ability (for compensatory support)
- •Time and training needed for the dependent spouse to re-enter the workforce (for transitional support)
How Wyoming Alimony Works
- •Wyoming has NO statutory formula for the amount or duration of alimony. Under Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 20-2-114 the court may decree 'reasonable alimony' out of the other spouse's estate, having regard for that spouse's ability to pay. The Wyoming Judicial Branch states plainly that there is no formula for spousal support.
- •Awards rest on two core considerations the courts repeatedly cite: the paying spouse's ability to pay and the requesting spouse's need (necessity) for support.
- •Wyoming recognizes three practical categories of support: transitional (rehabilitative) support, compensatory support (repaying a spouse for contributions to the other's education or career), and spousal maintenance (preserving the marital standard of living, which may be temporary or permanent).
- •Any 'divide higher earner's income by three, subtract a quarter of the lower earner's income' figure circulated online is an informal law-firm heuristic, NOT a Wyoming statute or court-published guideline; courts retain full discretion.
- •Alimony may be modified after the decree on a showing of a material and substantial change in circumstances, and generally ends on the death of either party or the recipient's remarriage unless the decree provides otherwise.
This is an estimate for educational purposes only, not legal advice. Alimony is highly discretionary; a Wyoming judge can order a different amount or duration. Consult a licensed Wyoming family-law attorney about your situation. See the official Wyoming resource.
How Wyoming Calculates Alimony
Wyoming addresses spousal support under Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 20-2-114. It uses a guideline equation that takes a percentage of the payor's gross income and subtracts a percentage of the payee's gross income, with statutory caps. The calculator above applies that equation to your figures and shows each step.
Unlike child support, alimony is one of the most discretionary areas of family law. Even in states with a guideline equation, the figure is a starting point a judge can adjust after weighing the statutory factors, the length of the marriage, and each spouse's needs and ability to pay. Treat any number here as an informed estimate, not a guaranteed award.
Key Rules in Wyoming
- Wyoming has NO statutory formula for the amount or duration of alimony. Under Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 20-2-114 the court may decree 'reasonable alimony' out of the other spouse's estate, having regard for that spouse's ability to pay. The Wyoming Judicial Branch states plainly that there is no formula for spousal support.
- Awards rest on two core considerations the courts repeatedly cite: the paying spouse's ability to pay and the requesting spouse's need (necessity) for support.
- Wyoming recognizes three practical categories of support: transitional (rehabilitative) support, compensatory support (repaying a spouse for contributions to the other's education or career), and spousal maintenance (preserving the marital standard of living, which may be temporary or permanent).
- Any 'divide higher earner's income by three, subtract a quarter of the lower earner's income' figure circulated online is an informal law-firm heuristic, NOT a Wyoming statute or court-published guideline; courts retain full discretion.
- Alimony may be modified after the decree on a showing of a material and substantial change in circumstances, and generally ends on the death of either party or the recipient's remarriage unless the decree provides otherwise.
How Long Alimony Lasts in Wyoming
Under the AAML national guideline, duration is a share of the marriage length that rises with the length of the marriage; marriages of 20+ years may receive indefinite support. This is an illustration, not a state durational rule.
What Counts as Income
Wyoming's calculation uses each spouse’s gross income — earnings before taxes, including wages, bonuses, commissions, self-employment income, and many recurring sources. Courts can also impute income to a spouse who is voluntarily unemployed or underemployed, meaning support can be based on what a spouse could earn rather than what they currently do. Use your most recent pay stubs and tax return for the most accurate estimate.
Eligibility & Modifying an Order
No minimum marriage-length requirement; alimony is available only when the court finds it just and equitable based on need and ability to pay.
Alimony orders can usually be modified when there is a substantial change in circumstances — for example, a significant change in either spouse's income, the recipient's remarriage or cohabitation, retirement, or the payor's loss of employment. The specific rules and any non-modifiable agreements depend on your court order and Wyoming law.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Wyoming alimony calculator accurate?
It applies the Wyoming guideline from Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 20-2-114 to the numbers you enter, so it gives a close estimate of a typical guideline award. It is not an official court calculation — a judge can order a different amount after weighing the statutory factors.
Is alimony taxable in Wyoming?
For divorces finalized after December 31, 2018, alimony is not deductible by the payor and is not taxable income to the recipient under federal law. Most states follow the federal treatment, but check Wyoming's current rules for state income tax.
Does cheating affect alimony in Wyoming?
It depends on the state. Some states let courts consider marital misconduct among the alimony factors, while others bar it entirely. Review Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 20-2-114 and speak with a Wyoming attorney about how fault is treated where you live.
Can alimony be changed later?
Usually yes. Alimony can often be modified when there is a substantial change in circumstances — such as a large change in income, the recipient's remarriage or cohabitation, or the payor's retirement — unless your order or agreement makes it non-modifiable.
Disclaimer
This calculator provides estimates for educational purposes only and is not legal advice. Alimony is highly fact-specific and discretionary; the amount and duration a Wyoming court actually orders may differ significantly from any estimate here. For advice about your situation, consult a licensed Wyoming family-law attorney.
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