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Childcare Workers Salary in Wyoming
Ranked #35 of 51 · WY
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of childcare workerss in Wyoming earn between $21,960 and $50,040. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean childcare workers salary in Wyoming is $31,340, about 10.5% below the U.S. average ($35,030). That works out to roughly $15/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Wyoming
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Wyoming nonmetropolitan area | $29,240 | $35,090 | 320 |
| Eastern Wyoming nonmetropolitan area | $28,270 | $32,030 | 390 |
| Cheyenne, WY | $28,070 | $27,440 | 220 |
| Casper, WY | $27,860 | $27,810 | 170 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do childcare workers make in Wyoming?
The median childcare workers salary in Wyoming is $28,250 per year (mean $31,340), and about 80% earn between $21,960 and $50,040.
How much do childcare workers make per hour in Wyoming?
Roughly $15 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $31,340 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Wyoming a high-paying state for childcare workers?
Wyoming ranks #35 of 51 states for childcare workers pay. Its mean salary of $31,340 is about 10.5% below the U.S. average of $35,030.
Which metro areas in Wyoming pay childcare workers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Wyoming for childcare workers are Western Wyoming nonmetropolitan area ($29,240), Eastern Wyoming nonmetropolitan area ($28,270), Cheyenne, WY ($28,070), by median annual wage.