How to Become a Pastry Chef in Wyoming (2026)

Q: How much do pastry chefs earn in Wyoming?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), pastry chefs in Wyoming earned a median annual wage of approximately $40,000 (using the related "Bakers" BLS category, since pastry chef wages are not tracked separately). Employment concentration in Wyoming is roughly 0.57 of the national average, meaning fewer workers per capita than the U.S. as a whole.

Q: What is the job outlook for pastry chefs in Wyoming?

Wyoming currently employs approximately 240 workers in the related "Bakers" BLS category, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 5.6% national employment change for this occupation from 2024 to 2034.

Updated September 2, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

Wyoming chefs and head cooks earn a median annual wage of $73,170 ($35.18/hr) according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), with about 240 workers employed statewide. The state median is approximately 17.1% above the national median of $62,470 for the same occupation.

Key Takeaways

Median annual pay: $73,170 ($35.18/hr)
25th percentile: $62,100 per year
75th percentile: $83,700 per year
Top 10% earn: more than $98,580 per year
Entry-level (bottom 10%): under $48,460 per year
Workers employed in Wyoming: 240
Versus national median: 17.1% above the U.S. median of $62,470
Job concentration: Location quotient 0.67 - this occupation is less concentrated in Wyoming than the national average

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025. Last reviewed September 2, 2026.

Wyoming employs about 240 pastry chefs earning a median $40,000 a year (BLS OEWS, May 2025; proxy category “Bakers”). Most pastry chefs train through an approved program before entering the field in Wyoming.

Compare Pastry Chef Schools in Wyoming

BOC Score, tuition, graduation rate, and median graduate earnings from federal IPEDS and U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard data. Tuition is the published annual figure for the latest reported year and excludes room, board, books and fees. Earnings are reported across all programs at the school (all majors), not a single trade. Distance is measured from the page's primary location.
#	School	BOC Score (0–100)	Tuition (published, per year)	Median grad earnings (all majors)	Graduation rate	Online	Distance
1	Bridgerland Technical College	73.8	Contact school for pricing	$42,070	75%	Yes*	264 mi
2	Laramie County Community College	67.1	$4,613 in-state / $10,913 out-of-state	$49,818	38%	Yes*	135 mi
3	Red Rocks Community College	64.2	$4,859 in-state / $17,459 out-of-state	$62,695	32%	Yes*	203 mi
4	Northern Wyoming Community College District	60.3	$4,830 in-state / $11,130 out-of-state	$51,958	42%	Yes*	167 mi
5	Uintah Basin Technical College	59.7	Contact school for pricing	$64,652	86%	—	220 mi
6	Colorado Mesa University	56.7	$9,927 in-state / $25,124 out-of-state	$58,601	41%	Yes*	247 mi
7	Pickens Technical College	55.0	$5,140 in-state / $9,250 out-of-state	$44,693	76%	—	211 mi
8	Colorado Mountain College	52.3	$2,616 in-state / $12,840 out-of-state	$55,406	27%	Yes*	198 mi
9	Central Wyoming College	48.5	$4,800 in-state / $11,100 out-of-state	$43,068	37%	Yes*	95 mi
10	Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Boulder	37.4	Contact school for pricing	$36,127	48%	—	184 mi

Schools closest to the page's primary location are gathered first, then ranked by BOC Score; distance from the page's primary location 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.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Wyoming employs approximately 240 workers in the related “Bakers” category (SOC 51-3011), with a median annual wage of $40,000 ¹. Nationally, employment in this category is projected to grow 5.6% from 2024 to 2034, with about 39,900 openings per year ². This page covers how to become a Pastry Chef in Wyoming, including requirements, training programs, and salary data.

A note on salary data: The Bureau of Labor Statistics does not track pastry chef salaries as a separate category. The wage figures on this page are based on the closest matching BLS classification: Bakers (SOC 51-3011). Actual pastry chef earnings may vary.

At a Glance

Training paths: trade school or community college
Typical timeline: varies by program; confirm with the school
Median wage (Wyoming): $40,000 per year (based on related “Bakers” category) ¹

Quick Answers About How to Become a Pastry Chef in Wyoming

How to become a Pastry Chef in Wyoming? Complete a training program or apprenticeship, gain work experience, and meet any state or employer requirements for pastry chefs in Wyoming.

How long does it take? pastry chef training length in Wyoming varies by program. Confirm current requirements with the school and the state board before you enroll.

What do pastry chefs earn in Wyoming? The BLS does not track pastry chef wages separately. Based on the related “Bakers” category, the median annual wage in Wyoming is $40,000, with entry-level wages around $30,620 and experienced workers earning $48,040 or more ¹.

How to Become a Pastry Chef in Wyoming

Finish high school or earn a GED. Most Wyoming training programs require a high school diploma or GED to enroll.
Complete an approved training program. Enroll in an approved pastry chef program in Wyoming that combines classroom instruction with supervised practice.
Gain supervised work experience. Build documented on-the-job hours under a qualified supervisor; confirm the exact total currently required with the licensing board.
Meet state and employer requirements. Confirm any registration, certification, or employer requirements that apply to pastry chefs in Wyoming before you start working.

Steps and hour totals vary by credential level; confirm current requirements with the state board before you apply.

Pastry Chef Wages by Metro Area in Wyoming

Chefs and Head Cooks Wages by Metro Area in Wyoming

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics ( OES data), chefs and head cooks wages in Wyoming vary by metro area.

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage	Avg. Annual Wage	Entry Level (10th pctile)	Experienced (90th pctile)
Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood	6,400	$39,498	$40,252	$31,521	$50,165
Casper	420	$35,444	$36,067	$28,482	$46,171
Cheyenne	400	$35,523	$36,878	$28,428	$49,243

Wages reflect survey data and vary based on experience, credentials, employer, and local market conditions. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May .

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for pastry chefs in Wyoming? Wyoming employs approximately 240 workers in the related “Bakers” category ¹. Nationally, employment in this category is projected to grow 5.6% from 2024 to 2034 ².

What training programs are available in Wyoming? Options include trade schools, community colleges, and state-approved training programs. Use the school finder above to search for programs in Wyoming.

How much do pastry chefs earn in Wyoming compared to the national average? The median annual wage for pastry chefs in Wyoming is $40,000 (based on the related “Bakers” category), which is $3,350 above the national median of $36,650 according to BLS data ¹.

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Citations

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/.

References

Bureau of Labor Statistics - Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/oes/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
Bureau of Labor Statistics - Employment Projections: https://www.bls.gov/emp/ ↩︎ ↩︎

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)	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	May 2025
Employment Projections	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	2024-2034
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System	National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)	2024
College Scorecard (school-level outcomes)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release
College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release (updated 2026-06-12)
Occupational licensing requirements	CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2026-02-22)
Registered apprenticeship programs	CareerOneStop / Apprenticeship.gov (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2025-10-25)
O*NET occupation profiles (skills, tasks, tools, job zones)	U.S. Department of Labor (O*NET / Employment & Training Admin.)	O*NET 29.1 (updated 2026-06-13)