Wyoming SR-22 Insurance & High-Risk Auto Coverage

Wyoming requires SR-22 filing for DUI convictions, license suspensions, and uninsured accidents. The filing requirement typically lasts 3 years and costs $15–$35 to file, but high-risk premiums average $2,400–$4,800 annually depending on violation type and driving history. Non-standard carriers operate in Wyoming with specific requirements for high-risk drivers.

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Updated March 2026

State Requirements

Wyoming requires minimum liability coverage of 25/50/20: $25,000 for bodily injury per person, $50,000 per accident, and $20,000 for property damage. The state mandates SR-22 filing for drivers with DUI convictions, multiple violations within 12 months, at-fault accidents without insurance, or license suspensions for traffic violations. High-risk drivers often need more than state minimums to satisfy reinstatement requirements or protect against underinsured claims. Wyoming does not require uninsured motorist coverage, but approximately 7% of drivers in the state are uninsured, making it a critical gap coverage for high-risk drivers rebuilding their records.

Cost Overview

High-risk auto insurance in Wyoming costs significantly more than standard coverage due to DUIs, violations, SR-22 requirements, and at-fault accidents. Average annual premiums for high-risk drivers range from $2,400 to $4,800, compared to $1,200–$1,800 for clean-record drivers. Rural areas like Laramie and Gillette often see lower base rates than Cheyenne or Casper, but violation type—especially DUI—has more impact than location.

Minimum Liability + SR-22
Wyoming's 25/50/20 minimum liability with SR-22 filing for drivers with one DUI or multiple violations. This tier satisfies legal requirements but offers no coverage for your own vehicle or injuries.
Standard Liability + UM/UIM
Higher liability limits (50/100/50) plus uninsured motorist coverage for drivers with SR-22 requirements or recent at-fault accidents. Adds protection against Wyoming's 7% uninsured driver population and reduces out-of-pocket exposure.
Full Coverage + SR-22
Comprehensive and collision added to liability and SR-22 filing, required for financed vehicles or drivers who cannot afford to replace their car. High deductibles ($1,000+) are common for high-risk profiles in Wyoming.

What Affects Your Rate

  • DUI or DWI conviction—adds 80–150% to base premiums for 3–5 years in Wyoming
  • SR-22 filing requirement—increases rates 40–80% depending on carrier and violation type
  • At-fault accidents—each incident adds 20–50% to premiums for 3 years
  • Multiple moving violations within 12 months—compounds rate increases by 30–60%
  • Coverage lapse history—even a 30-day gap can raise rates 10–25% with non-standard carriers
  • Location within Wyoming—Cheyenne and Casper see higher rates than rural counties due to accident frequency and population density

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Sources

  • Wyoming Department of Transportation - Driver Services Division
  • Wyoming Department of Insurance - Consumer Information
  • Insurance Research Council - Uninsured Motorist Statistics

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