OR Travel Nurse Salary in Cheyenne, Wyoming
City-specific pay, GSA stipends, cost of living verdict, and step-by-step guide for Operating Room travel nurses heading to Cheyenne.
Last updated: March 11, 2026
Last Financially Reviewed:
Reviewed by Michael Torres, CPA, EA, Travel Nurse Tax Specialist
Avg Hourly (OR)
$45/hr
Cheyenne, WY
Total Weekly Package
$2,926
Taxable + stipends
Est. Weekly Net
$2,496
After ~24% tax
Housing Economics Verdict
Profitable: OR in Cheyenne
GSA Housing (Monthly Est.)
$2,970/mo
$98/night × 30 days
Avg 1BR Rent
$1,000/mo
COL index: 95
Monthly Margin
+1,970/mo
Stipend covers rent
Wyoming OR Pay Ranking
Out of 50 states for OR travel nurses
Weekly Taxable Pay
$1,792
Max Weekly Stipend
$1,134
Annual Potential
$93,184
Tax estimate: No state tax + ~24% federal on taxable wages. Stipends are tax-free when GSA rate limits are observed.
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Same state assignment. You'll pay no state tax plus 24% federal tax.
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Blended Hourly Rate
$74.53
Based on 36 hours in WY.
Gross Weekly Pay
$2,683
Taxable Weekly Income
$1,584
Estimated Weekly Taxes
$380
True Net Weekly Pay
$2,303
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Assignment Projections
13-Week Assignment
$29,937
Net Pay
26-Week Assignment
$59,874
Net Pay
Annual (52 weeks)
$119,748
Net Pay
Take Home vs Taxes
Take Home
$2,303
per week
Taxes
$380
per week
Total Gross: $2,683 per week
🏠 Housing Stipend Analysis
Your Weekly Housing Stipend
$686
≈ $2,970/month
Est. 1BR Rent in Wyoming
$950
Monthly average
✅ Potential Tax-Free Pocket Money
+$2,020
Your stipend covers rent with $2,020 left over each month.
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Cost of Living Analysis in Wyoming
After rent, this is what you'll have left each month for other expenses
National average = 100. Wyoming's cost of living is lower than the national average by 7.7 points.
Housing Cost: Moderate
Utilities: Low
Rent data based on 2025 market averages. Actual rent may vary by neighborhood and housing type.
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2026 GSA Per Diem Rates — Cheyenne
These city-specific rates set the maximum tax-free stipend ceiling for OR travel nurses working in Cheyenne. Stipend amounts above these limits are taxable.
Lodging
$98/night
$686/week
Meals & Incidentals
$64/day
$448/week
Total Weekly Max
$1,134
Tax-free stipend ceiling
Source: U.S. General Services Administration (GSA.gov) 2026 per diem rates. City-specific rates apply when the work location is more than 50 miles from your tax home.
Requirements for OR Travel Nurses in Wyoming
OR Certifications Required
- BLS
- 2+ years OR experience
- CNOR preferred
Wyoming Licensing
Hospitals Hiring OR Travel Nurses in Cheyenne
- Cheyenne Regional Medical
- Cheyenne General Hospital
- Community Health Cheyenne
Other Specialties in Cheyenne
ICU
~$44/hr
Very HighER
~$43/hr
Very HighLabor & Delivery
~$42/hr
HighMed-Surg
~$38/hr
Very HighPACU
~$42/hr
HighNICU
~$43/hr
HighPICU
~$44/hr
HighPsychiatric
~$39/hr
ModerateOncology
~$41/hr
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much do OR travel nurses make in Cheyenne?
Operating Room travel nurses in Cheyenne earn approximately $45/hr in taxable wages ($1,792/week). Including GSA stipends up to $1,134/week tax-free, the total weekly package can reach $2,926. Annual potential is $93,184 working full-time.
What are the 2026 GSA rates for Cheyenne?
The 2026 GSA per diem rates for Cheyenne are: Lodging $98/night, Meals $59/day, and Incidentals $5/day. Maximum weekly tax-free stipend: $1,134. These rates set the ceiling for tax-free travel nurse stipends — amounts above these limits become taxable.
Is Cheyenne affordable for travel nurses?
The cost of living index in Cheyenne is 95 (below the national average of 100). Average 1-bedroom rent is $1,000/month. The GSA lodging stipend covers ~$2,970/month, leaving a surplus of $1,970/month. Your stipend should fully cover average rent.
What certifications do OR travel nurses need for Wyoming assignments?
Operating Room travel nurses need: BLS, 2+ years OR experience, CNOR preferred. For Wyoming specifically: Wyoming is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state — multistate license holders can work in Cheyenne without additional licensing.
Which hospitals in Cheyenne hire OR travel nurses?
Top hospitals in Cheyenne that hire Operating Room travel nurses include: Cheyenne Regional Medical, Cheyenne General Hospital, Community Health Cheyenne. Contact these hospitals directly or use an agency to find open OR positions in Cheyenne.
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