Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education salary in Cheyenne, WY
Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education in the Cheyenne, WY metro area earn a median of $61,150 a year, based on BLS data for 380 workers.
Pay ranges from $51,910 for the lowest-paid 10% to $75,050 for the top 10%. That is 4% lower than the national median of $63,970. Pay here is about the same as the Wyoming statewide median of $61,150. There are 7.9 elementary school teachers, except special education per 1,000 jobs here — close to the national average. The average (mean) salary is $65,120, above the median because a few high earners pull it up.
Pay range for elementary school teachers, except special education in Cheyenne, WY
| Pay level | Yearly |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $51,910 |
| 25th percentile | $61,150 |
| Median | $61,150 |
| 75th percentile | $75,050 |
| 90th percentile (top earners) | $75,050 |
| Average (mean) | $65,120 |
Half of elementary school teachers, except special education earn more than the median and half earn less. Percentiles show the spread: 10% earn less than the 10th percentile, and 10% earn more than the 90th.
Median paycheck, before taxes
| Pay period | Amount |
|---|---|
| Monthly | $5,095.83 |
| Semi-monthly (24 a year) | $2,547.92 |
| Biweekly (26 a year) | $2,351.92 |
| Weekly | $1,175.96 |
BLS publishes only yearly pay for this job, because elementary school teachers, except special education are usually paid a salary and may not work a full 2,080-hour year. Convert any amount with the hourly to salary converter.
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Highest-paying states for elementary school teachers, except special education
| State | Median salary |
|---|---|
| Washington | $102,350 |
| California | $99,650 |
| District of Columbia | $96,580 |
| Massachusetts | $94,000 |
| Rhode Island | $90,930 |
| New York | $85,760 |
| Connecticut | $80,600 |
| Alaska | $79,260 |
| New Jersey | $78,200 |
| Maryland | $77,680 |
See Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education pay in every state or the Wyoming statewide figures.
Related jobs in Cheyenne, WY
| Job | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $61,980 | — |
| Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $60,550 | — |
| Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education | $28,290 | $13.60 |
| Special Education Teachers, Secondary School | $61,790 | — |
| Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education | $62,260 | — |
| Special Education Teachers, Middle School | $61,420 | — |
| Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School | $60,800 | — |
| Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary | $31,070 | — |
| Substitute Teachers, Short-Term | $38,830 | $18.67 |
| Instructional Coordinator | $76,500 | $36.78 |
| Educational Instruction and Library Workers, All Other | $37,050 | $17.81 |
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | $93,480 | — |
| Postsecondary Teachers, All Other | $59,280 | — |
| Self-Enrichment Teacher | $50,250 | $24.16 |
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 estimates, occupation code 25-2021. Wages include base pay, tips, commissions and shift pay, but not overtime, bonuses or benefits, and exclude the self-employed.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a elementary school teachers, except special education make in Cheyenne, WY?
The median salary for elementary school teachers, except special education in the Cheyenne, WY metro area is $61,150 a year. Pay ranges from $51,910 for the lowest-paid 10% to $75,050 for the top 10%.
How much do the highest-paid elementary school teachers, except special education make in Cheyenne, WY?
The top 10% of elementary school teachers, except special education in the Cheyenne, WY metro area earn at least $75,050 a year. The top 25% earn $75,050 or more.
What is the starting pay for elementary school teachers, except special education in Cheyenne, WY?
Entry-level pay (the 10th percentile) is about $51,910 a year, and a quarter of elementary school teachers, except special education earn $61,150 or less.
How many elementary school teachers, except special education work in Cheyenne, WY?
About 380 elementary school teachers, except special education are employed in the Cheyenne, WY metro area, not counting the self-employed.