Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Cheyenne, WY
The median speech-language pathologist pay in the Cheyenne area is $35.35 per hour ($73,540 a year), with the typical range running from $32.48 to $43.99. That ranks 329th of 362 U.S. metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay, and 311th of 328 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.
- $35.35median pay per hour, Cheyenne
- $32–$44typical range per hour
- 70employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Speech-Language Pathologist pay in Cheyenne, WY
The metro median is 14% below the Wyoming statewide median of $41.26 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.87 per hour. BLS counts about 70 speech-language pathologists employed in the Cheyenne metro area, 1.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.19).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $30.40 | $63,230 | 34% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $32.48 | $67,560 | 29% below U.S. median |
| Median | $35.35 | $73,540 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $43.99 | $91,500 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $51.62 | $107,370 | 13% above U.S. median |
How Cheyenne ranks
- 329th of 362 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 311th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Speech-Language Pathologists (SOC 29-1127), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Cheyenne
- 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 $35.35 median hour buys what $36.64 buys at the national price level, 20% 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.
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- Per year: $63,630
- Per month: $5,303
- 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 speech-language pathologist 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 speech-language pathologists.
| 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.
Speech-Language Pathologist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Collins, CO | 43 mi | — | 170,924 |
| Loveland, CO | 51 mi | — | 81,102 |
| Longmont, CO | 68 mi | — | 99,818 |
| Boulder, CO | 80 mi | — | 106,803 |
| Broomfield, CO | 82 mi | — | 78,323 |
| Thornton, CO | 84 mi | — | 146,689 |
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License and tax basics in Wyoming
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. 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 speech-language pathologists make in Cheyenne, WY?
Speech-Language Pathologists in the Cheyenne metro area have a median pay of $35.35 per hour, about $73,540 a year. The middle half earn between $32.48 and $43.99 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Cheyenne a good place for speech-language pathologists once cost of living is counted?
Cheyenne ranks 311th of 328 metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 329th of 362 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do speech-language pathologists 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 a speech-language pathologist?
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. 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 speech-language pathologists in Cheyenne?
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- AmedisysButler, GA · 3 postings$73.50/ hr$49–$85
- BrightSpring Health ServicesESCONDIDO, CA · 7 postings$62.50/ hr$60–$65
- CommonSpirit HealthOXNARD, CA · 5 postings$61.91/ hr$50–$77
- Seattle Children'sSeattle, WA · 4 postings$60.17/ hr$48–$79
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