Nursing Assistants pay in Utah
In Utah, the median pay for nursing assistants is $19.15 an hour ($39,840 a year). About 12,260 people work in this job there.
That is 6% lower than the U.S. median ($42,260). Utah ranks 28th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for nursing assistants in Utah
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.76 | $34,870 |
| 25% of workers | $17.81 | $37,040 |
| Half of workers (median) | $19.15 | $39,840 |
| 75% of workers | $21.32 | $44,350 |
| 90% of workers | $22.63 | $47,080 |
Nursing Assistants pay in Utah metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| St. George | $40,520 | 1,090 |
| Salt Lake City-Murray | $40,510 | 5,160 |
| Provo-Orem-Lehi | $39,230 | 2,190 |
| Ogden | $38,480 | 2,280 |
| Logan | $35,720 | 630 |
Utah unemployment rate: 3.5% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for nursing assistants
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +2.6% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 196,200 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Utah
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $84,600 |
| Medical Assistants | $45,360 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $130,920 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $63,230 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $38,930 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $29,150 |
| Paramedics | $65,420 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | $35,880 |
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