Salary Report for Wyoming Nurse Practitioners
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Compare Wyoming to U.S.
Wyoming Nurse Practitioners earn an average of $114,530 which is 2% less than the national average salary of $118,040.
| Type | Wyoming | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $55.06 | $56.75 | -2.98% |
| Average Annual Salary | $114,530 | $118,040 | -2.97% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Wyoming, 50% of Nurse Practitioners earn between $100,230 and $128,020 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Nurse Practitioners earn more than $148,870, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Nurse Practitioners.
Approximately 10% of Nurse Practitioners earn under $93,720, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Nurse Practitioners.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 40 | Under $93,720 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 60 | $93,720 – $100,230 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 100 | $100,230 – $102,370 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 100 | $102,370 – $128,020 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 60 | $102,370 – $148,870 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 40 | Above $148,870 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Nurse Practitioners in Wyoming nurses earn about $124,138 per year which is less than the average U.S. nurse of $118,040.
Cost-of-living in Wyoming is 8% less than the national average, which means Wyoming residents have an overall less cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to other states.
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Salary Compared to Related Professions
With an average annual salary of $114,530, Wyoming Nurse Practitioners tend to earn less than Nurse Anesthetists ($223,680).
However, Nurse Practitioners tend to earn more than Nursing Assistants ($33,430), LPNs ($50,970), Nursing Instructors ($60,970), and Registered Nurses ($73,130).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Nurse Anesthetists | $223,680 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $114,530 |
| Registered Nurses | $73,130 |
| Nursing Instructors | $60,970 |
| LPNs | $50,970 |
| Nursing Assistants | $33,430 |
Projected Demand for Nurses in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in Wyoming the three professions needing the most new nurses by 2030 are Registered Nurses (5,630), Nursing Assistants (3,160) and Nurse Practitioners (540).
The three professions in Wyoming needing highest percentage new nurses by 2030 are Nurse Practitioners (54.3%), Nursing Instructors (30.8%) and Nurse Anesthetists (20%).
| Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | 5,080 | 5,630 | 10.8% | 330 |
| Nursing Assistants | 2,860 | 3,160 | 10.5% | 390 |
| LPNs | 450 | 490 | 8.9% | 40 |
| Nurse Practitioners | 350 | 540 | 54.3% | 40 |
| Nursing Instructors | 130 | 170 | 30.8% | 20 |
| Nurse Anesthetists | 50 | 60 | 20% | 0 |
Salaries Ranked by Wyoming Cities
The average salary for Nurse Practitioners in Wyoming is $114,530. The top cities that pay Nurse Practitioners the most are Cheyenne ($120,400), Eastern Wyoming Nonmetropolitan Area ($115,370) and Western Wyoming Nonmetropolitan Area ($113,430).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Nurse Practitioners the highest average annual salary are Cheyenne ($129,240), Eastern Wyoming Nonmetropolitan Area ($125,198) and Western Wyoming Nonmetropolitan Area ($123,093).
The following table shows the average yearly salary range for Nurse Practitioners in each city, and the average yearly salary after being adjusted for cost-of-living in that state.
The difference column shows how much more or less purchasing power a Nurse Practitioners salary will have in that area.
| Area | Average Salary | COL Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheyenne | $120,400 | $129,240 | $8,840 |
| Eastern Wyoming Nonmetropolitan Area | $115,370 | $125,198 | $9,828 |
| Western Wyoming Nonmetropolitan Area | $113,430 | $123,093 | $9,663 |
| Casper | $107,550 | $117,400 | $9,850 |
Salary FAQ for Wyoming Nurse Practitioners
City and Rural Summaries
Casper
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $107,550
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $117,400
Hourly Wage: $51.71
Currently Employed: 90
Cost-of-Living Index: 91.61
Casper Salary Report
Cheyenne
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $120,400
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $129,240
Hourly Wage: $58
Currently Employed: 100
Cost-of-Living Index: 93.16
Cheyenne Salary Report
Eastern Wyoming Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $115,370
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $125,198
Hourly Wage: $55.47
Currently Employed: 120
Cost-of-Living Index: 92.15
Eastern Wyoming Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Western Wyoming Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $113,430
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $123,093
Hourly Wage: $55
Currently Employed: 90
Cost-of-Living Index: 92.15
Western Wyoming Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Official Data Sources for Nurse Practitioners: Salary Data | Projected Employment | Cost of Living Data