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Registered Nurse Salary in Wyoming 2026: City-by-City Pay Data
In brief
Wyoming RN salaries average $68,800/year in 2026. Cheyenne leads at $72,000. No state income tax, NLC compact, and rural shortage incentives.
In this article
Wyoming registered nurses earn an average of $68,800 per year in 2026. Wyoming has no state income tax, boosting effective take-home pay over nominally higher salary states. The state's small, dispersed population means rural critical access hospitals carry significant staffing burden with aggressive recruitment incentives.
Wyoming RN Salary by City (2026)
| City | Avg Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Cheyenne | $72,000 | $34.62 |
| Casper | $70,000 | $33.65 |
| Laramie | $67,500 | $32.45 |
| Gillette | $69,000 | $33.17 |
| Rock Springs | $67,000 | $32.21 |
| Jackson | $75,000 | $36.06 |
Highest-Paying Nursing Specialties in Wyoming
| Specialty | Avg Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| CRNA | $209,000 |
| ICU / Critical Care RN | $81,000 |
| ER / Emergency RN | $78,500 |
| OR / Surgical RN | $77,000 |
| Labor & Delivery RN | $73,500 |
| Med-Surg RN | $67,500 |
Top Employers in Wyoming
- Cheyenne Regional Medical Center, state capital's primary hospital; Level II trauma, largest employer in southeast WY
- Wyoming Medical Center, Casper; Level II trauma, central Wyoming's referral hub; part of Banner Health
- Ivinson Memorial Hospital, Laramie; community hospital near UW campus
- Campbell County Health, Gillette; coal country northeastern WY
- St. John's Medical Center, Jackson Hole; premium resort-town hospital with above-average salaries
NLC Compact Status
Wyoming is a full NLC compact member. Combined with no state income tax, Wyoming is one of the most financially advantageous states for nurses to establish primary residency for compact licensing purposes.
Wyoming RN Market Outlook
Wyoming's vast geography and sparse population create acute shortages statewide, virtually every county qualifies for NHSC loan repayment. Jackson Hole commands the state's premium salaries due to the resort economy cost of living premium. Travel RN rates in Casper run $1,550-$1,950/week.
Related: RN Salary Montana 2026, RN Salary Colorado 2026, Wyoming RN License Guide.
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