Wyoming Economy Shows Small Gains in Jobs, Tourism; Mining Still Slips

The latest Wyoming Economic Indicators report is out, and the state’s economy is holding steady with a few bright spots—though mining continues to drag.

According to the Wyoming Economic Health Index (WEHI), the state clocked in at 107.2 in June 2025, just a hair above last June’s 107.1. That may not sound like much, but it’s the first year-over-year uptick in half a year.

Wyoming added about 4,000 non-farm jobs over the past year, bringing total employment to 297,400 in June—up 1.4%. The unemployment rate sits at 3.3%, slightly higher than last year’s 3.2% but still well below the national average of 4.1%.

Tax numbers show a mixed picture. Sales and use tax collections from the mining sector dropped 6.9% compared to last June. Meanwhile, the lodging tax—a good measure of how many visitors are coming through—ticked up 0.9%.

Wyoming’s economy isn’t booming, but it’s edging forward. More jobs, steady unemployment, and a small bump in tourism are positive signs. But with mining revenue slipping, the state still faces familiar challenges.

The full August 2025 Wyoming Economic Indicators report is available on the state’s Economic Analysis Division website.