Top Paying Jobs in Cheyenne, WY
Cheyenne, WY has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 16,470 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Physicians, All Other ($342,800), Marketing Managers ($183,540), Dentists, General ($173,080). The cost of living index is 96.49 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,174/month.
$88K
Avg. median salary
96.49
Cost of living index
$1,174
Median 2BR rent
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Population
Highest paying careers in Cheyenne
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 | Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | Engineering | $94K | $45.2/hr |
| 32 | Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $93K | N/A |
| 33 | Occupational Therapists | Healthcare | $93K | $44.92/hr |
| 34 | Project Management Specialists | Business & Finance | $93K | $44.74/hr |
| 35 | Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers | Repair & Maintenance | $92K | $44.12/hr |
| 36 | Computer Systems Analysts | Technology | $89K | $43.02/hr |
| 37 | Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment | Repair & Maintenance | $89K | $42.69/hr |
| 38 | Civil Engineers | Engineering | $89K | $42.69/hr |
| 39 | Management Analysts | Business & Finance | $87K | $42.05/hr |
| 40 | Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | Healthcare | $86K | $41.4/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Cheyenne
Cost of living vs. national average-3.5% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,174/mo
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