Salary Report for Utah Nurse Midwives
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Compare Utah to U.S.
Utah Nurse Midwives earn an average of $143,890 which is 25% more than the national average salary of $114,210.
| Type | Utah | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $69.18 | $54.91 | 25.99% |
| Average Annual Salary | $143,890 | $114,210 | 25.99% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Utah, 50% of Nurse Midwives earn between $127,110 and $152,790 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Nurse Midwives earn more than $166,170, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Nurse Midwives.
Approximately 10% of Nurse Midwives earn under $100,920, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Nurse Midwives.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 12 | Under $100,920 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 18 | $100,920 – $127,110 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 30 | $127,110 – $127,110 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 30 | $127,110 – $152,790 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 18 | $127,110 – $166,170 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 12 | Above $166,170 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Nurse Midwives in Utah nurses earn about $150,955 per year which is less than the average U.S. nurse of $114,210.
Cost-of-living in Utah is 5% less than the national average, which means Utah residents have an overall less cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to other states.
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Salary Compared to Related Professions
Nurse Midwives tend to earn more than Nursing Assistants ($30,630), LPNs ($50,740), Registered Nurses ($72,790), Nursing Instructors ($91,400), and Nurse Practitioners ($112,920).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Nurse Midwives | $143,890 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $112,920 |
| Nursing Instructors | $91,400 |
| Registered Nurses | $72,790 |
| LPNs | $50,740 |
| Nursing Assistants | $30,630 |
Projected Demand for Nurses in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in Utah the three professions needing the most new nurses by 2030 are Registered Nurses (29,820), Nursing Assistants (15,520) and Nurse Practitioners (3,610).
The three professions in Utah needing highest percentage new nurses by 2030 are Nurse Practitioners (61.2%), Nursing Instructors (52.8%) and Nurse Midwives (23.1%).
| Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | 24,840 | 29,820 | 20% | 1,920 |
| Nursing Assistants | 12,820 | 15,520 | 21.1% | 1,980 |
| Nurse Practitioners | 2,240 | 3,610 | 61.2% | 290 |
| LPNs | 1,180 | 1,300 | 10.2% | 110 |
| Nursing Instructors | 530 | 810 | 52.8% | 90 |
| Nurse Midwives | 130 | 160 | 23.1% | 10 |
Salaries Ranked by Utah Cities
The average salary for Nurse Midwives in Utah is $143,890. The top cities that pay Nurse Midwives the most is Salt Lake City ($133,950).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Nurse Midwives the highest average annual salary is Salt Lake City ($137,075).
The following table shows the average yearly salary range for Nurse Midwives in each city, and the average yearly salary after being adjusted for cost-of-living in that state.
The difference column shows how much more or less purchasing power a Nurse Midwives salary will have in that area.
| Area | Average Salary | COL Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake City | $133,950 | $137,075 | $3,125 |
Salary FAQ for Utah Nurse Midwives
City and Rural Summaries
Salt Lake City
Average Nurse Midwives Salary: $133,950
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $137,075
Hourly Wage: $64.40
Currently Employed: 90
Cost-of-Living Index: 97.72
Salt Lake City Salary Report
Official Data Sources for Nurse Midwives: Salary Data | Projected Employment | Cost of Living Data