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Physical Therapist Assistant in Wyoming: Salary, License Requirements, and How to Start

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Wyoming employs 240 physical therapist assistants, with a statewide median of $63,550 and wide variation by city and experience. Here is the real wage data, the exact Wyoming licensing picture, and where to train.

What Physical therapist assistants Earn in Wyoming (May 2025)

Wyoming median pay: $63,550 (May 2025)
Starting range (10th percentile): $48,180
Experienced (75th percentile): $74,260
Top earners (90th percentile): $79,320
Employed in Wyoming: 240
U.S. median (for comparison): $65,510 (May 2024)

Wages vary substantially by metro. Median annual pay for physical therapist assistants in major Wyoming markets:

Cheyenne: $63,010 (60 employed)
Casper: $62,110 (40 employed)

What That Pay Is Worth in Wyoming

Prices in Wyoming run about 7% below the national average (cost-of-living index 92.7 vs a U.S. baseline of 100, 2024), so the $63,550 median stretches to roughly $68,554 in national buying-power terms.

Job Outlook in Wyoming (2024–2034)

Wyoming is projected to grow physical therapist assistants employment +27.1%, faster than the +22.0% projected nationally. The state expects about 40 openings a year, counting both growth and workers who retire or move on.

Wyoming License and Certification Requirements

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) — regulated by the Wyoming Board of Physical Therapy.

Earn a CAPTE-accredited PTA associate degree.
Pass the National Physical Therapy Exam (NPTE) for PTAs.
Apply to the Wyoming Board of Physical Therapy.

Official requirements: Wyoming Board of Physical Therapy →

Training in Wyoming

A 2-year associate leads to a well-paid, hands-on clinical role. Verify CAPTE accreditation and NPTE pass rates.

Real training providers and registered apprenticeships in Wyoming include:

Casper College — Associate
Laramie County Community College — Associate
Northwest College — Associate

Where Physical therapist assistants Work in Wyoming

Real Wyoming outpatient rehab clinics that employ physical therapist assistants include:

Rocky Mountain Therapy, LLC — Casper
Laramie Peaks Therapies LLC — Saratoga
Bear Lodge Rehabilitation Services — Sundance
Shepherd of the Valley Rehabilitation and Wellness — Casper
Life Care Center of Cheyenne — Cheyenne
The Legacy Living and Rehabilitation Center — Gillette

Is This the Right Move for You?

Best for: People who like active work and helping patients make visible progress.

Think twice if: You need low-contact work or dislike repetitive coaching and physical assistance.

Why it's resilient: Rehab work is physical, relationship-based, adaptive, and centered on coaching real movement.

First Steps

Look for CAPTE-accredited PTA programs in your state.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do physical therapist assistants make in Wyoming?

The median wage for physical therapist assistants in Wyoming is $63,550 per year (May 2025, BLS). Entry-level pay (10th percentile) starts around $48,180, and top earners (90th percentile) make about $79,320. Pay varies by metro and years of experience.

What license or certification do you need to become a Physical Therapist Assistant in Wyoming?

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), overseen by the Wyoming Board of Physical Therapy. Earn a CAPTE-accredited PTA associate degree.

Is being a Physical Therapist Assistant a good career in Wyoming?

Rehab work is physical, relationship-based, adaptive, and centered on coaching real movement.

Which Wyoming metros pay physical therapist assistants the most?

Among Wyoming metro areas, Cheyenne leads at $63,010, followed by Casper ($62,110). Local pay tracks regional demand and cost of living, so the highest-paying metro isn't always the best net move.

Where can I train to become a Physical Therapist Assistant in Wyoming?

Real Wyoming options include Casper College, Laramie County Community College, Northwest College. Most physical therapist assistants start with an accredited program, then earn the credential the state or employer requires.

Is Physical Therapist Assistant a growing career in Wyoming?

Wyoming projects physical therapist assistants employment to change +27.1% from 2024 to 2034, with about 40 openings a year — a growing field in the state.

Sources and Verification

Wage data: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025), Wyoming statewide and metro estimates for SOC 31-2021. Licensing summary compiled from the Wyoming Board of Physical Therapy (2026-06-11). Requirements change — always confirm current rules with the board and verify program costs and outcomes before enrolling.

BLS Occupational Outlook · O*NET Wyoming wages · Wyoming licensing/certification source

Employment projections: Projections Central / BLS Employment Projections (2024–2034); Cost of living: BEA Regional Price Parities; Employer lists from CMS Provider of Services, the FAA Part 145 directory, EIA Form 860, and USGS/state EMS registries (2026).

Pay percentiles describe current workers, not entry-level offers; training costs and local demand vary, so verify locally before committing money or quitting a job.