Wyoming wages
West region · all-occupation average · gross annual wage · BLS OEWS May 2024
Across all occupations, Wyoming has a median annual wage of $49,160 and a mean of $60,200 (BLS OEWS, May 2024) — -0.7% versus the $49,500 US median. That makes it #35 of 51 states by mean wage. About 278,500 people are employed here. The highest-paying tracked job in Wyoming is Family Medicine Physicians ($239,200+ median). Wages are gross (pre-tax) and vary by employer and experience.
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024. Data as of OEWS May 2024 (BLS), retrieved June 2026.
Common jobs in Wyoming: pay vs the US
Median annual wage in Wyoming for widely-searched occupations, next to the national median:
| Occupation | Wyoming median | US median | Wyoming jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software Developers | $112,590 | $133,080 | 1,020 |
| Registered Nurses | $81,790 | $93,600 | 5,180 |
| Electricians | $73,450 | $62,350 | 2,710 |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | $60,270 | $57,440 | 6,530 |
| Accountants and Auditors | $77,400 | $81,680 | 2,580 |
| Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education | $61,560 | $62,340 | 2,760 |
| Lawyers | $100,170 | $151,160 | 940 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $61,480 | $62,970 | 1,140 |
| Pharmacists | $137,470 | $137,480 | 520 |
| Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers | $65,180 | $76,290 | 1,300 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024. Data as of OEWS May 2024 (BLS), retrieved June 2026.
Software Developers · Registered Nurses · Electricians · Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers · Accountants and Auditors · Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education · Lawyers · Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters · Pharmacists · Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers
Highest-paying tracked jobs in Wyoming
The best-paid of the 124 curated occupations in Wyoming, by median wage:
| # | Occupation | Median | Mean |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Family Medicine Physicians | $239,200+ | $271,290 |
| 2 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | $141,990 | $149,400 |
| 3 | Pharmacists | $137,470 | $138,330 |
| 4 | Physician Assistants | $133,330 | $134,790 |
| 5 | Nurse Practitioners | $127,750 | $126,060 |
| 6 | Dentists, General | $126,860 | $154,030 |
| 7 | Industrial Engineers | $122,540 | $120,250 |
| 8 | Information Security Analysts | $121,290 | $122,570 |
| 9 | Financial Managers | $118,390 | $131,050 |
| 10 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | $117,060 | $120,040 |
| 11 | Mechanical Engineers | $116,910 | $111,180 |
| 12 | Administrative Services Managers | $115,560 | $121,600 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024. Data as of OEWS May 2024 (BLS), retrieved June 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average wage in Wyoming?
The median annual wage across all occupations in Wyoming is $49,160 and the mean is $60,200 (BLS OEWS, May 2024), which is -0.7% versus the US median of $49,500. Wyoming ranks #35 of 51 states by mean wage.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Wyoming?
Among tracked occupations, the highest-paying in Wyoming include Family Medicine Physicians ($239,200+), Architectural and Engineering Managers ($141,990), Pharmacists ($137,470). See the full list on this page.
Are Wyoming wages before or after tax?
These are gross wages from the BLS OEWS survey, before income and payroll tax. Wyoming's state income tax (if any), federal tax and deductions reduce take-home pay. Use a paycheck calculator for after-tax figures.
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Sources & accuracy
Wages: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024, gross annual wages, U.S. public domain, retrieved June 2026. These are statewide survey estimates before tax; pay varies by metro, employer and experience, and cost of living differs widely within Wyoming. Information only, not financial advice. See our methodology.
Last updated: 2026-06-20