Wyoming ranks among the nation's best for NCLEX-PN pass rates — 98.4%
With a statewide NCLEX-PN pass rate of 98.4%, Wyoming LPN graduates are exceptionally well-prepared. The state has only ~800 LPNs employed statewide, meaning less competition for jobs and strong demand in rural areas and long-term care facilities.
Most Affordable LPN Programs in Wyoming
All programs below are approved by the Wyoming Board of Nursing with strong NCLEX-PN track records.
- Out-of-state$8,928
- Program length3 semesters
- FormatOn-campus + clinicals
- LocationNorthwest Wyoming
- AidPell Grant eligible
- LocationCheyenne — state capital
- FormatOn-campus + clinicals
- BridgeRN pathway available
- AidPell Grant eligible
- NoteTop LPN program in Cheyenne
- LocationSouthwest Wyoming
- FormatOn-campus + clinicals
- AidPell Grant eligible
- AccreditationHLC accredited
- NoteAffordable SW Wyoming option
- LocationCasper — highest-paying city
- NCLEX pass rateConsistently strong
- BridgeLPN-to-RN available
- AidPell Grant eligible
- NoteBest city for WY LPN salaries
- Program length12 months
- FormatOn-campus + clinicals
- LocationNortheast Wyoming
- AidPell Grant eligible
- NoteVerify current availability
- CampusesRiverton, Lander, Jackson, Dubois
- Enrollment~40 students/year
- FormatOn-campus + clinicals
- LocationCentral Wyoming
- AidPell Grant eligible
⚠️ Tuition figures based on 2024–2025 IPEDS data. Always contact schools directly for current costs before enrolling.
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LPN Salary in Wyoming — What You Can Expect to Earn
Wyoming has roughly 800 LPNs statewide — consistent demand, low competition. With a median salary of $52,350 and program costs as low as $3,600–$4,656, most WY LPN students recover full tuition in roughly 5–6 weeks of working. Wyoming's cost of living is below the national average, making that salary go further.
| City / Metro Area | Avg. Annual Salary | Avg. Hourly Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🥇 Fort Washakie / Lander | ~$56,014–$58,087 | ~$26.93–$27.93 | Wind River area — rural premium |
| 🥈 Casper | ~$51,020–$54,808 | ~$24.53–$26.35 | Highest metro salary in WY |
| 🥉 Cheyenne | ~$50,280–$54,447 | ~$24.17–$26.18 | State capital — strong demand |
| Sheridan | ~$54,716 | ~$26.30 | Growing Northern WY market |
| Gillette | ~$52,087 | ~$25.04 | Energy sector area |
| Rural Wyoming | ~$50,000–$55,000 | ~$24.04–$26.44 | Below-average cost of living |
💡 Wyoming Rural Insight: The Wind River area (Fort Washakie/Lander) pays LPNs ~$58,087/year — more than Cheyenne or Casper. Rural healthcare shortages in Wyoming create real salary premiums for LPNs willing to work in smaller communities.
Financial Aid & Free Money for Wyoming LPN Students
You don't have to pay for your LPN program out of pocket. Here are the major sources of free money for Wyoming nursing students — especially moms returning to school.
The biggest source of free money. No repayment ever required. Apply via FAFSA at studentaid.gov. For many Wyoming students, this covers the majority — or all — of program tuition.
Contact your school's financial aid office and your state higher education agency for Wyoming-specific nursing grants and scholarships. Many awards go unclaimed each year.
If you work in healthcare as a CNA, aide, or medical assistant, your employer may cover LPN tuition. Ask HR before enrolling — the most overlooked source of nursing school funding.
Major Wyoming healthcare employers sometimes sponsor LPN training in exchange for a 1–2 year employment commitment. Call nursing recruitment directly — rarely advertised publicly.
Veterans and eligible dependents can use GI Bill benefits to cover full LPN tuition at state-approved programs plus a monthly housing allowance. Most Wyoming LPN programs are VA-certified.
WIOA provides funding for displaced workers, single parents, and low-income adults entering high-demand healthcare careers. Contact your local workforce center to apply.
State TANF programs can cover childcare costs while you attend your LPN program — one of the biggest barriers for single moms. Contact your county social services office.
If grants don't cover everything, federal Direct Loans offer lower interest than private loans. LPN salaries in Wyoming typically allow fast repayment. Complete FAFSA to access them.
Smart Tips for Wyoming Moms Considering an LPN Career
Here's what experienced Wyoming nursing students wish they had known before starting their LPN journey.
- 🦬 Wyoming's tiny LPN workforce is your advantageWith only ~800 LPNs statewide, you face far less job competition than in larger states. Long-term care facilities and rural health clinics actively recruit and often offer signing bonuses.
- 🏔️ Rural areas pay MORE — not lessThe Wind River area pays LPNs ~$58,087/year — more than Cheyenne or Casper. Rural healthcare shortages create real salary premiums for nurses willing to work in smaller Wyoming communities.
- 📋 Pell Grant can cover your entire tuitionWith programs costing $3,600–$4,656, a full Pell Grant of up to $7,395 covers your entire tuition and has money left for books and supplies. File FAFSA at studentaid.gov before doing anything else.
- 🌉 NLC = access to 6 neighboring state job marketsWyoming's NLC membership gives your license validity in Colorado, Montana, Idaho, Utah, South Dakota, and Nebraska — a much larger job market than Wyoming's small population alone suggests.
- 🏥 Hospital sponsorships — ask directlyWyoming Medical Center and Cheyenne Regional Medical Center sometimes sponsor LPN training. Call nursing recruitment directly — these opportunities are rarely advertised publicly.
- 🎓 Plan your LPN-to-RN path from day oneCasper College offers a direct LPN-to-RN bridge. Wyoming RNs earn $73,130/year — over $20,000 more. Planning your bridge from enrollment day saves significant time and credits.
LPN to RN in Wyoming — Should You Skip Straight to RN?
One of the most important career decisions you'll make. Here's an honest breakdown for Wyoming students.
LPN first, or go straight to RN?
Wyoming has roughly 800 LPNs statewide — consistent demand, low competition. With a median salary of $52,350 and program costs as low as $3,600–$4,656, most WY LPN students recover full tuition in roughly 5–6 weeks of working. Wyoming's cost of living is below the national average, making that salary go further.
Wyoming RNs earn $73,130/year on average — about $20,780 more than the LPN median. If time and money are not barriers, an RN program at Casper College or the University of Wyoming gives you a strong long-term financial advantage in a state with very few nurses per capita.
Our sister site lpn-rn.com covers every Wyoming LPN-to-RN bridge program in detail — including online and hybrid options for working nurses.
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