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Cheyenne Regional Medical Center · Cheyenne, WY
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Occupational Therapist jobs in Cheyenne, WY
Pay for occupational therapists in the Cheyenne area centers on $39.87 per hour, or about $82,930 a year. The lower quarter earns under $36.03 and the upper quarter over $48.89. That ranks 296th of 354 U.S. metro areas for occupational therapist pay, and 301st of 327 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Cheyenne. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Cheyenne.
- $39.87median pay per hour, Cheyenne
- $36–$49typical range per hour
- 80occupational therapists employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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1 more open role from employers in Cheyenne. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
Occupational Therapist pay in Cheyenne, WY
The metro median is 7% below the Wyoming statewide median of $42.97 per hour. Nationally the median is $47.28 per hour. BLS counts about 80 occupational therapists employed in the Cheyenne metro area, 1.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.66).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $30.45 | $63,340 | 36% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $36.03 | $74,940 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Median | $39.87 | $82,930 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $48.89 | $101,690 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $59.10 | $122,930 | 25% above U.S. median |
How Cheyenne ranks
- 296th of 354 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 301st of 327 after adjusting for local prices
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Occupational Therapists (SOC 29-1122), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
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- Overall prices in Cheyenne run 4% below the U.S. average (index 96.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 10% below the U.S. average (index 89.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $39.87 median hour buys what $41.32 buys at the national price level, 13% below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Cheyenne paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,435
- Per year: $71,766
- Per month: $5,980
- Wyoming has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Cheyenne metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Cheyenne
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
Travel occupational therapist assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free (this is the standard rate that applies here). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Hospitals in Cheyenne
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Cheyenne, 1 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of occupational therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheyenne Va Medical Center Cheyenne, WY | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Cheyenne Regional Medical Center Cheyenne, WY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Occupational Therapist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Collins, CO | 43 mi | — | 170,924 |
| Greeley, CO | 49 mi | — | 114,363 |
| Loveland, CO | 51 mi | — | 81,102 |
| Broomfield, CO | 82 mi | — | 78,323 |
| Thornton, CO | 84 mi | — | 146,689 |
| Commerce City, CO | 86 mi | — | 70,245 |
Occupational Therapist jobs in Wyoming · Occupational Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Wyoming
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Wyoming requires for your role with the Wyoming licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Wyoming does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do occupational therapists make in Cheyenne, WY?
Occupational Therapists in the Cheyenne metro area have a median pay of $39.87 per hour, about $82,930 a year. The middle half earn between $36.03 and $48.89 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Cheyenne a good place for occupational therapists once cost of living is counted?
Cheyenne ranks 301st of 327 metro areas for occupational therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 296th of 354 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do occupational therapists work in Cheyenne?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Cheyenne, led by Cheyenne Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Wyoming license to work in Cheyenne as an occupational therapist?
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Wyoming requires for your role with the Wyoming licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Cheyenne?
The federal per diem benchmark in Cheyenne is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place occupational therapists in Cheyenne?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Cheyenne and across Wyoming. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Cheyenne.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- AmedisysVenice, FL · 5 postings$78.48/ hr$52–$89
- Montage HealthMonterey, CA · 4 postings$67.73/ hr$54–$83
- CommonSpirit HealthNORTHRIDGE, CA · 9 postings$64.73/ hr$48–$81
- Kaweah Delta Health Care DistrictVisalia, CA · 5 postings$62.80/ hr$50–$75
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published. Request your Wyoming list
2What they are offering now
Low$35Median$48.37High$65
328 OT postings with published pay in the US, 261 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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