Salary Report for Utah Nurse Practitioners
Utah Rankings
Compare Utah to U.S.
Utah Nurse Practitioners earn an average of $112,920 which is 4% less than the national average salary of $118,040.
| Type | Utah | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $54.29 | $56.75 | -4.33% |
| Average Annual Salary | $112,920 | $118,040 | -4.34% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Utah, 50% of Nurse Practitioners earn between $95,750 and $129,820 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Nurse Practitioners earn more than $163,350, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Nurse Practitioners.
Approximately 10% of Nurse Practitioners earn under $60,280, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Nurse Practitioners.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 218 | Under $60,280 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 327 | $60,280 – $95,750 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 545 | $95,750 – $105,220 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 545 | $105,220 – $129,820 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 327 | $105,220 – $163,350 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 218 | Above $163,350 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Nurse Practitioners in Utah nurses earn about $118,464 per year which is less than the average U.S. nurse of $118,040.
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.
More cost-of-living reports for U.S. States.
Salary Compared to Related Professions
With an average annual salary of $112,920, Utah Nurse Practitioners tend to earn less than Nurse Midwives ($143,890).
However, Nurse Practitioners tend to earn more than Nursing Assistants ($30,630), LPNs ($50,740), Registered Nurses ($72,790), and Nursing Instructors ($91,400).
| 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 Practitioners in Utah is $112,920. The top cities that pay Nurse Practitioners the most are Logan ($94,510), Salt Lake City ($116,290) and Provo-Orem ($114,370).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Nurse Practitioners the highest average annual salary are Central Utah Nonmetropolitan Area ($121,648), Eastern Utah Nonmetropolitan Area ($119,895) and Provo-Orem ($119,297).
The following table shows the average yearly salary range for Nurse Practitioners 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 Practitioners salary will have in that area.
| Area | Average Salary | COL Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake City | $116,290 | $119,003 | $2,713 |
| Provo-Orem | $114,370 | $119,297 | $4,927 |
| Ogden-Clearfield | $110,900 | $116,467 | $5,567 |
| Central Utah Nonmetropolitan Area | $106,880 | $121,648 | $14,768 |
| Eastern Utah Nonmetropolitan Area | $105,340 | $119,895 | $14,555 |
| St. George | $101,520 | $108,057 | $6,537 |
| Logan | $94,510 | $103,561 | $9,051 |
Salary FAQ for Utah Nurse Practitioners
City and Rural Summaries
Central Utah Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $106,880
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $121,648
Hourly Wage: $51.38
Currently Employed: 30
Cost-of-Living Index: 87.86
Central Utah Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Eastern Utah Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $105,340
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $119,895
Hourly Wage: $51
Currently Employed: 70
Cost-of-Living Index: 87.86
Eastern Utah Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Logan
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $94,510
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $103,561
Hourly Wage: $45.44
Currently Employed: 80
Cost-of-Living Index: 91.26
Logan Salary Report
Ogden-Clearfield
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $110,900
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $116,467
Hourly Wage: $53
Currently Employed: 260
Cost-of-Living Index: 95.22
Ogden-Clearfield Salary Report
Provo-Orem
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $114,370
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $119,297
Hourly Wage: $54.99
Currently Employed: 390
Cost-of-Living Index: 95.87
Provo-Orem Salary Report
Salt Lake City
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $116,290
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $119,003
Hourly Wage: $56
Currently Employed: 1,180
Cost-of-Living Index: 97.72
Salt Lake City Salary Report
St. George
Average Nurse Practitioners Salary: $101,520
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $108,057
Hourly Wage: $48.81
Currently Employed: 170
Cost-of-Living Index: 93.95
St. George Salary Report
Official Data Sources for Nurse Practitioners: Salary Data | Projected Employment | Cost of Living Data