Gas
Wyoming oil prices and tax revenues rise in September
Wyoming reported higher crude values and increased tax collections in September, according to state economic data.
Key points
- West Texas Intermediate monthly average reached $97.31 per barrel in September.
- Henry Hub natural gas averaged $2.95 per MMBtu during the same month.
- Statewide sales and use tax collections grew by 11.5% year-over-year to reach $98.8 million.
Market indicators
Wyoming Insight published its September 2026 economic report, detailing shifts in energy commodities and state revenue figures. WyomingNews.com reported that crude oil values climbed notably during the month.
The West Texas Intermediate monthly average for crude oil reached $97.31 per barrel. This figure represents a 16% increase compared to August and a 52.1% rise relative to September 2025. Active oil rigs averaged 14 in September, while conventional gas rigs stood at two.
Natural gas benchmarks presented a mixed picture. The Henry Hub monthly average settled at $2.95 per million British thermal units, marking a slight increase from August but a minor decline from the previous year. Meanwhile, the Opal Hub average dropped to $2.67 per MMBtu.
Revenue growth
State tax receipts experienced substantial year-over-year expansion. Total sales and use tax collections amounted to $98.8 million, reflecting an 11.5% increase compared to September 2025.
According to Dylan Bainer, principal economist for the state's Economic Analysis Division, collections exceeded a 10% improvement for four consecutive months. The retail trade sector generated the largest gains, while mining sector collections also showed strong performance.
Original reporting
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Context from CEII
Gas is the flexible backbone of many grids and the designated transition fuel in many national plans, from LNG trade to domestic LPG and CNG. Supply security and pricing drive both power reliability and emissions.
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