Agriculture & Environment Casper, WY Pop. 58,610

Park Ranger Salary in Casper, Wyoming

The median park ranger salary in Casper, WY is $38,250 per year, which is 10% below the national median and 2.2% below the Wyoming state average.

City Median
$38,250
vs State Avg
$-850
vs National
$-4,250
Cost of Living
90%

Park Ranger Salary in Casper by Experience

In Casper, an entry-level park ranger earns around $27,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $61,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$27,000
$-3,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$39,600
$-4,400 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$61,200
$-6,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Casper, WY

Percentile Casper
10th Percentile $25,200
25th Percentile $30,600
Median (50th) $38,250
75th Percentile $52,200
90th Percentile $64,800

Park Ranger Salary in Other Wyoming Cities

Gillette, WY
$40,800
Pop. 33,403
Cheyenne, WY
$39,950
Pop. 65,132
Laramie, WY
$39,100
Pop. 32,711
Rock Springs, WY
$39,100
Pop. 23,036

How to Become a Park Ranger in Casper

Education

Most park ranger positions require a bachelor's degree. Casper and the surrounding Wyoming area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

ConservationLaw EnforcementPublic EducationWildlife ManagementEmergency ResponseOutdoor Skills

Job Outlook

Nationally, park ranger employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Casper may vary based on local industry and population growth.