Media & Communications Wyoming (WY) Rank #32 of 50

Journalist Salary in Wyoming

The median journalist salary in Wyoming is $51,483 per year, which is 8% below the national median of $55,960.

Median Salary

$51,483

vs National

$-4,477

State Rank

#32 of 50

Cost of Living

92%

Journalist Salary in Wyoming by Experience

In Wyoming, an entry-level journalist earns around $32,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $92,000 per year. The cost of living index in Wyoming is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$32,200

$-2,800 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$53,360

$-4,640 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$92,000

$-8,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Wyoming

Percentile	WY Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$29,440	$32,000	$-2,560
25th Percentile	$36,800	$40,000	$-3,200
Median (50th)	$51,483	$55,960	$-4,477
75th Percentile	$71,760	$78,000	$-6,240
90th Percentile	$101,200	$110,000	$-8,800

Journalist Salary by City in Wyoming

The largest employment areas for journalists in Wyoming include Cheyenne, Casper, Laramie, and Gillette. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Cheyenne, WY

$52,602

Pop. 65,132 · COL 94%

Casper, WY

$50,364

Pop. 58,610 · COL 90%

Laramie, WY

$51,483

Pop. 32,711 · COL 92%

Gillette, WY

$53,722

Pop. 33,403 · COL 96%