Wyoming has the smallest data analyst market in the country, but no state income tax, an extremely low cost of living, and growing remote work options make it viable for analysts willing to work remotely. Energy and government provide most local positions.
$58,000 – $78,000/year
Wyoming has no state income tax and one of the lowest costs of living in the US. Remote work makes WY increasingly viable for analysts.
Wyoming's analyst market is minimal for local, in-person roles, but the state has unique advantages. Cheyenne, the state capital, offers the most analyst positions, primarily in state government, military (F.E. Warren Air Force Base), and healthcare. Casper's market is tied to the energy industry (oil, coal, wind energy analytics). The University of Wyoming in Laramie employs some research and institutional analysts. Tourism analytics around Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks represents a small niche. Wyoming's real appeal for analysts is as a remote work base. No state income tax, an extremely low cost of living, and unmatched access to outdoor recreation make it attractive for analysts who can work from anywhere. The state has invested in broadband to support this shift.