Because the feds like, and are building in those states too. Wyo is always listed in states getting more per capita in federal $. It's not because we're takers but rather that the feds have a shytload of lands and facilities here, including one of three land based nuclear bases in the country. The feds are spending 95 billion to upgrade our nuclear facilities in the coming years. You divide that by the 500k in the state, it really skews the numbers you are referencing.
We'd love for you to come spend some time in our park, with many bison. They're tame, you can even pet 'em.