Speech-Language Pathologist Salary in Wyoming: $93,898 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Wyoming's 14 metropolitan areas, the average median speech-language pathologist pay sits at $93,898/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-1127. Because Wyoming sits at BEA RPP 95.8 (4% below the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $98,015 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Casper ($109,540), Laramie ($92,667), Cody ($90,132).
In Wyoming, the average median salary for speech-language pathologists is projected to be $93,898 in 2026, which is approximately 7.7% lower than the national median of $101,775. The variation in salaries between cities reflects local demand and funding for health services, with Casper offering the highest average at $113,911, while Cheyenne has the lowest at $79,823. This $34,088 gap is influenced by factors such as population size, local school district budgets, and healthcare facility resources. Wyoming's state licensing requirements and scope of practice laws are consistent with national standards, but job opportunities can be tied to specific local needs, particularly in rural areas where services may be limited. With a projected growth rate of 3.99% annually, there is steady demand for speech-language pathologists, particularly in cities like Laramie ($96,364), Cody ($93,728), Lander ($93,435), and Sheridan ($93,091), making it essential for professionals to remain adaptable and pursue continuing education. The overall job market for speech-language pathologists in Wyoming appears positive, driven by increasing awareness of speech and language disorders in diverse communities.
Wyoming Speech-Language Pathologist Salary Range
Overall salary range in Wyoming: $60,507 (lowest entry-level) to $136,726 (highest top earner)
Wyoming vs National Average
Wyoming speech-language pathologists earn 7.74% less than the national median ($-7,877/year difference).
Wyoming Speech-Language Pathologist Salary Distribution (2026)
Speech-Language Pathologist salaries in Wyoming range from $69,632 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $127,049 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $93,898. The Wyoming median is $7,877 below the US national median of $101,775. The average hourly rate is $45.14/hr. Approximately 155 speech-language pathologists are employed across 14 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$78,865
2025 BLS Actual
$90,295
2026 Current Est.
$93,898
2019–2027 Growth
+23.8%
Salary Trajectory for Speech-Language Pathologists in Wyoming (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 3.99% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $78,865 | Actual |
| 2020 | $85,346 | Actual |
| 2021 | $69,872 | Actual |
| 2022 | $67,996 | Actual |
| 2023 | $79,650 | Actual |
| 2024 | $81,805 | Actual |
| 2025 | $90,295 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $93,898 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $97,645 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the Wyoming metropolitan area, the median speech-language pathologist salary grew 14.5% from $78,865 (2019) to $90,295 (2025). At a 3.99% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $97,645 by 2027 — a total increase of $18,780 (23.81%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Wyoming metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 3.99% CAGR derived from 7-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in Wyoming
Lowest Paying Cities in Wyoming
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Cheyenne | $79,823 |
| Jackson | $89,469 |
| Powell | $90,099 |
| Green River | $90,899 |
| Riverton | $91,053 |
Best Value Cities for Speech-Language Pathologists in Wyoming
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Wyoming cities offer the most purchasing power for speech-language pathologists.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casper | $113,911 | 93.829 | $121,403 |
| Laramie | $96,364 | 95.8 | $100,589 |
| Cody | $93,728 | 95.8 | $97,837 |
| Lander | $93,435 | 95.8 | $97,531 |
| Sheridan | $93,091 | 95.8 | $97,172 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in Wyoming
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $69,632 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $93,898 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $127,049 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Wyoming metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
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Written by Jordan Lee, CCC-SLP
Career Analyst
Jordan has over 8 years of experience in speech-language pathology. He specializes in pediatric language disorders. He works in a community health clinic.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 3.99% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 speech-language pathologist compensation across Wyoming. State averages are employment-weighted across 14 metro areas — larger metro areas with more speech-language pathologistscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 7-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.99%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for speech-language pathologists (SOC 29-1127).
Compiled and verified by Jordan Lee, CCC-SLP, a licensed speech-language pathologist with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov