Compare accredited Plumber schools across Wyoming below, then review pay, licensing steps, and training paths for the trade.
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Best Plumber Schools in Wyoming
How we rank schools – graduation rate, graduate earnings, cost and retention.
Advertising plays no part.
This page lists 10 schools
within 373 miles, closest group first, then ordered by
BOC Score with the highest at the top.
10 of them carry a score.
LOCAL RANK
Location / proximity to this page
Defines the local group
Graduation rate how often students finish
30%
Median earnings, 10 years after entry whether it paid off
25%
Average net price what students actually pay after aid; lower ranks higher
20%
Retention rate how many come back for year two
15%
Fully online availability whether you can study while working
10%
Scores come from IPEDS (2024) and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Earnings are for all graduates of a school, not one program, so treat them as a signal
about the institution rather than about this subject.
Sponsored listings are paid placements and are labelled as such; they are separate from
this ranking and never change it. Read the full methodology.
BOC Score, tuition, graduation rate, and median graduate earnings from
federal IPEDS and U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard data. Earnings
are reported across all programs at the school (all majors), not a single
trade. Distance is measured from the main population center in Wyoming.
Schools closest to the main population center in Wyoming are gathered first, then ranked by BOC Score; distance from the main population center in Wyoming is shown for reference.
The BOC Score is an independent measure of school outcomes (graduation,
earnings, net price, retention) expressed as a 0–100 percentile within
each school's peer group; higher is better and advertising never affects it.
*Online availability refers to coursework; hands-on trade training is
completed in person. Read the full methodology.
Median Graduate Earnings at Plumber Schools in WyomingSource: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard - median earnings of all graduates at each school (not a single program).
Median graduate earnings by school for schools serving Best Plumbing Schools in Wyoming (2026)
School
Median graduate earnings
Red Rocks Community College
$62,695
Northern New Mexico College
$61,774
Sinte Gleska University
$51,797
Western Dakota Technical College
$49,930
Davis Technical College
$47,706
Ogden-Weber Technical College
$47,224
Plumber Pay and Job Outlook
What plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters earn across the pay scaleProjected job growth for plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfittersTop-paying states for plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters
Wyoming Quick Facts
Metric
Value
Source
State median annual wage
$62,410
BLS OEWS, May 2025
State employment
1,140 workers
BLS OEWS, May 2025
State location quotient
1.35
BLS OEWS, May 2025
State unemployment rate
3.2%
BLS LAUS (2024)
How to Become a Plumber in Wyoming
Choose an accredited training path. Options include trade schools, community colleges, and registered apprenticeships.
Complete classroom instruction in code, safety, and trade theory.
Log on-the-job training hours under a licensed or experienced professional.
Pass any required state or local exam. In Wyoming, the relevant credential is the TANK AND LINE TESTER (CareerOneStop, 2025).
Apply for licensure or certification, then maintain it through continuing education as required by the state.
Plumbing Licensing in Wyoming
The licenses below are reported by CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor) for plumbing-related work in Wyoming:
TANK AND LINE TESTER
CLASS A STORAGE TANK OPERATOR
CLASS B STORAGE TANK OPERATOR
STORAGE TANK INSTALLER (UNDERGROUND OR ABOVE GROUND)
WATER WELL PUMP INSTALLATION CONTRACTOR
License names and requirements are sourced from the CareerOneStop License Finder. Verify current rules with the issuing agency before applying.
Apprenticeship Programs in Wyoming
In Wyoming, registered apprenticeships are coordinated through the (CareerOneStop, U.S. Department of Labor). Apprenticeships combine paid on-the-job training with related classroom instruction, typically over 3 to 5 years.
About Plumbing Careers in Wyoming
Plumbers install and repair piping systems for water supply, drainage, and gas distribution in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.
In Wyoming, the BLS reports a median annual wage of $62,410, about 1,140 workers in the occupation, a location quotient of 1.35 (BLS OEWS, May 2025).
Career outlook varies by region and specialization. Refer to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook for national projections and Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics for the latest state and metropolitan area data.
Plumber Wages and Workforce in Wyoming
In Wyoming, Plumber programs train for an occupation with a median wage of about $62,410 per year, and most earn between $43,770 and $80,030 (BLS OEWS, May 2025). Wyoming employs roughly 1,140 workers in this occupation, a workforce concentration of about 1.35 times the national average (BLS OEWS, May 2025).
Plumber Training and Licensing in Wyoming
Licensing for Plumber varies by state and locality. Confirm current training, exam, and credential requirements with the appropriate Wyoming licensing board before you enroll; many employers also look for recognized industry certifications.
Training paths typically range from certificate programs (6 to 12 months) and associate degrees (about 2 years) to registered apprenticeships (3 to 5 years) that combine paid on-the-job training with classroom instruction (TradeCareerPath program data).
Frequently Asked Questions
What does plumber training in Wyoming involve?
Plumber training in Wyoming is offered through trade school certificate programs (typically 6 to 12 months), community college associate degree programs (about 2 years), and registered apprenticeships that combine paid on-the-job training with related classroom instruction over 3 to 5 years. Coursework generally covers safety, applicable codes and standards, hands-on lab work, and exam preparation for any required credential.
How much do plumbers earn in Wyoming?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025), plumbers in Wyoming earned a median annual wage of approximately $62,410. Pay varies with experience, certification, and employer; the 10th to 90th percentile range was approximately $43,770 to $80,030 (BLS OEWS, May 2025).
What is the Wyoming license or certification process for plumbers?
Licensing for plumber work is handled at the state level in Wyoming. Consult Wyoming's licensing board for current training, examination, and renewal requirements before enrolling in a program.
About this guide: Researched and written by the TradeCareerPath Editorial Team. Our editorial team researches and sources every trade school and career guide using federal labor and education data, including BLS OEWS and Employment Projections, DOL apprenticeship records, IPEDS, College Scorecard, and state licensing boards. We follow the editorial standards documented at /editorial-policy/.
Data sources
Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.
Data
Provider
Vintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
