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Respiratory Therapist jobs in Casper, WY
Respiratory Therapists in the Casper area earn a median of $31.12 per hour, about $64,720 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $29.86 and $37.50. That ranks 240th of 270 U.S. metro areas for respiratory therapist pay, and 241st of 248 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Casper. The free report below lists employers near Casper and what they pay.
- $31.12median pay per hour, Casper
- $30–$38typical range per hour
- 50respiratory therapists employed in the metro area
- 94cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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1 more open role from employers in Casper. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
Respiratory Therapist pay in Casper, WY
The metro median is 15% below the Wyoming statewide median of $36.49 per hour. Nationally the median is $38.68 per hour. BLS counts about 50 respiratory therapists employed in the Casper metro area, 1.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.28).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $29.86 | $62,110 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $29.86 | $62,110 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Median | $31.12 | $64,720 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $37.50 | $78,000 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $37.50 | $78,000 | 3% below U.S. median |
How Casper ranks
- 240th of 270 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 241st of 248 after adjusting for local prices
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Respiratory Therapists (SOC 29-1126), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
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- Overall prices in Casper run 6% below the U.S. average (index 93.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 26% below the U.S. average (index 74.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $31.12 median hour buys what $33.17 buys at the national price level, 14% 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 Casper paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,120
- Per year: $56,016
- Per month: $4,668
- Wyoming has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Casper metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Casper
| 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 respiratory 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 Casper
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Casper, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of respiratory therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banner Wyoming Medical Center Casper, WY | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Summit Medical Center Casper, WY | Acute care | Other | Not rated | No |
| Wyoming Behavioral Institute Casper, WY | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Respiratory Therapist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheyenne, WY | 142 mi | $36.49/hr | 65,704 |
| Rapid City, SD | 177 mi | $31.12/hr | 79,894 |
| Greeley, CO | 186 mi | — | 114,363 |
| Broomfield, CO | 210 mi | — | 78,323 |
| Thornton, CO | 214 mi | — | 146,689 |
| Westminster, CO | 215 mi | — | 115,302 |
Respiratory Therapist jobs in Wyoming · Respiratory Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Wyoming
RRT or CRT credential from NBRC. 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.
Other healthcare roles in Casper
Casper city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do respiratory therapists make in Casper, WY?
Respiratory Therapists in the Casper metro area have a median pay of $31.12 per hour, about $64,720 a year. The middle half earn between $29.86 and $37.50 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Casper a good place for respiratory therapists once cost of living is counted?
Casper ranks 241st of 248 metro areas for respiratory therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 240th of 270 before adjusting. Overall prices run 6% below the U.S. average.
Where do respiratory therapists work in Casper?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Casper, led by Banner Wyoming Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Wyoming license to work in Casper as a respiratory therapist?
RRT or CRT credential from NBRC. 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 Casper?
The federal per diem benchmark in Casper 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 respiratory therapists in Casper?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- CommonSpirit HealthSACRAMENTO, CA · 8 postings$56.70/ hr$47–$71
- MultiCareTacoma, WA · 18 postings$54.16/ hr$29–$68
- Fairview Health ServicesGrand Rapids, MN · 7 postings$53.34/ hr$36–$63
- Centrastate Healthcare SystemFreehold, NJ · 3 postings$51.30/ hr$38–$65
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Low$29Median$41.44High$58
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