verified BLS-Verified Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) May 2025 release

Preschool Teacher Salary in Wyoming

Median Annual in Wyoming
$29,930/yr
Median Hourly Wage
$14.39/hr
▼ 22% below U.S. median

Salary Distribution in Wyoming

groups Employed in WY
1,040
public U.S. Median
$38,140
savings Real pay (cost-adjusted)
$32,290 #50 of 51

Preschool Teacher pay in Wyoming, explained

Preschool teachers in Wyoming earn a median of $29,930 per year ($14.39 per hour), which is 22% below the national median of $38,140. Entry-level workers earn around $23,600, while the most experienced preschool teachers reach about $58,880. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within Wyoming.

Is $29,930 good pay in Wyoming?

Adjusted for Wyoming's cost of living (which runs 93% of the U.S. average), that $29,930 is worth about $32,290 in national buying power — ranking Wyoming #50 for real pay (vs #49 on the sticker number).

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Preschool Teacher pay by experience in Wyoming

Entry level (10th pct)
$23,600
$11.35/hr
Median
Mid-career (50th pct)
$29,930
$14.39/hr
Experienced (90th pct)
$58,880
$28.31/hr

Preschool Teacher pay in neighboring states

StateMedian / yrReal payvs WY
Wyoming (here) $29,930 $32,290
Nebraska $47,040 $52,207 −$17,110
Colorado $45,500 $44,152 −$15,570
South Dakota $44,500 $50,234 −$14,570
Montana $36,540 $38,607 −$6,610
Utah $35,010 $35,412 −$5,080
Idaho $32,800 $34,348 −$2,870

Preschool Teacher in Wyoming: FAQ

How much do preschool teachers make in Wyoming?

Preschool teachers in Wyoming earn a median of $29,930 per year ($14.39 per hour), compared with $38,140 nationally.

Does Wyoming pay preschool teachers well?

At $29,930, Wyoming pays 22% below the national median for preschool teachers. An estimated 1,040 work in the state.

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