State guide · Facts checked October 24, 2026
Gold IRA Companies in Wyoming
Federal rules treat every gold IRA the same — the real differences between states sit at the edges, and they are real money. On the way in: Wyoming waives sales tax on qualifying bullion outright — purchases of any size go untaxed. On the way out: Wyoming levies no state income tax, so IRA distributions leave the account state-tax-free.
Below you'll find the ten companies our desk rates, the sourcing behind each Wyoming fact (state revenue publications, with check dates), and where approved storage sits. Where a rule is in flux, we say so on the page.
Rated gold IRA companies serving Wyoming
Scores come from our national comparison (five weighted criteria, published methodology). State changes what you pay around the purchase — not the service quality you should expect.
| Company | Overall | Fees | Feedback | Min. investment | HQ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Noble Gold Investments | 4.1 | 3.5 | 4.5 | Varies — see review | Encino, California (16830 Ventura Blvd, Suite 326) [verify — many readers assume Texas because of the company's Texas depository marketing] |
| GoldStar Trust | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.0 | N/A (custodian) | Amarillo, TX |
| Augusta Precious Metals | 4.0 | 3.0 | 4.5 | $50,000 for cash or IRA purchases | Casper, WY [verify — BBB profile lists a Beverly Hills, CA address] |
| Advantage Gold | 3.9 | 3.5 | 4.0 | $10,000–$25,000 | Austin, TX |
| Birch Gold Group | 3.9 | 3.5 | 3.5 | $5,000 recommended minimum | 309 Court Avenue, Suite 809, Des Moines, IA 50309 [verify — historically associated with Beverly Hills, CA] |
| Goldco | 3.9 | 3.5 | 4.0 | $25,000 generally required for gold IRA… | Woodland Hills, CA |
| American Hartford Gold | 3.8 | 3.5 | 4.0 | $10,000 for a Gold IRA | Los Angeles, CA |
| Lear Capital | 3.3 | 3.0 | 3.5 | $10,000 for a Gold IRA | Los Angeles, CA |
| Preserve Gold | 3.2 | 3.0 | 3.5 | $10,000–$25,000 | Woodland Hills, California |
| Regal Assets | 1.3 | 2.0 | 1.0 | $5,000 | Burbank, CA |
Scale 1–5. Criteria and caps: methodology.
Buying bullion in Wyoming: sales tax
The Wyoming Legal Tender Act (2018 HB 0103; W.S. §39-15-108) exempts specie — gold and silver coins — and properly imprinted specie bullion from state sales and property tax.
Watch: Scope is narrower than 'all bullion': copper products, uncoined bullion without proper imprint and unmarked items stay taxable — check product eligibility.
Source: Wyoming Legislature — 2018 HB 0103 · checked October 24, 2026
Taking distributions in Wyoming
Wyoming levies no state income tax — IRA distributions are not taxed at the state level.
Source: Wyoming Department of Revenue · checked October 24, 2026
Storing IRA metals: Wyoming options
IRS rules bar self-storage: your metals sit with an approved depository your custodian uses. Storage choice affects fees and logistics more than most buyers expect — here is what Wyoming investors actually use:
| Facility | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware Depository Service Company | Wilmington, DE | National default vault for Wyoming IRA investors. |
| Brink's global vault networkunconfirmed | Nationwide (regional vaults) | Regional storage hubs; confirm current IRA storage with your custodian. |
Wyoming cities
Local pages for the largest Wyoming cities are being prepared:
- Cheyenne in progress
- Casper in progress
- Gillette in progress
- Laramie in progress
- Rock Springs in progress