Top Paying Jobs in Utah
Utah has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 177,360 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Obstetricians and Gynecologists ($437,170), Radiologists ($417,250), General Internal Medicine Physicians ($331,720). The cost of living index is 98.54 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,350/month.
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State-level averages. Salaries, rent, and cost of living vary significantly between metros. For more accurate data, select a metro area from the list below or browse all metros.
$135K
Avg. median salary
98.54
Cost of living index
$1,350
Median 2BR rent
3,432,816
Population
Highest paying careers in Utah
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51 | Natural Sciences Managers | Management | $119K | $57.42/hr |
| 52 | Optometrists | Healthcare | $119K | $57.25/hr |
| 53 | Sales Engineers | Sales | $118K | $56.56/hr |
| 54 | Physical Scientists, All Other | Science | $116K | $55.73/hr |
| 55 | Business Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $116K | N/A |
| 56 | Industrial Production Managers | Management | $115K | $55.43/hr |
| 57 | Medical and Health Services Managers | Management | $115K | $55.28/hr |
| 58 | Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay | Repair & Maintenance | $114K | $54.93/hr |
| 59 | Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | Healthcare | $114K | $54.57/hr |
| 60 | Nuclear Medicine Technologists | Healthcare | $112K | $53.74/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Utah
These are statewide averages. Costs vary widely between metros, click into a specific city for precise numbers.
Cost of living vs. national average-1.5% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,350/mo
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