Licensed Practical Nurse Salary in Utah: $67,451 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Utah's 41 metropolitan areas, the average median licensed practical nurse pay sits at $67,451/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-2061. Because Utah sits at BEA RPP 98.1 (2% below the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $68,757 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Murray ($67,251), Salt Lake City ($66,970), Provo ($64,320).
In Utah, the average median salary for licensed practical nurses (LPNs) in 2026 is projected to be $67,451, which is slightly below the national median of $68,071, marking a difference of -0.9%. The city of Murray offers the highest salary for LPNs at $71,084, while Logan represents the lowest at $58,442, illustrating a salary gap of $12,642. Factors driving this disparity include local demand for healthcare services, cost of living differences, and regional healthcare facility concentrations. Utah's licensing requirements for LPNs involve completing an accredited nursing program and passing the NCLEX-PN exam. Scope of practice laws in the state allow LPNs to perform various nursing tasks, but they must work under the supervision of registered nurses or physicians. The demand for LPNs in Utah is expected to grow, with an annual CAGR of 5.70% projected through 2026, reflecting the ongoing need for nursing staff in various healthcare settings. With 1,834 LPNs currently employed, key cities for job opportunities include Salt Lake City with a salary of $70,787, Provo at $67,986, West Jordan at $67,668, and West Valley City at $67,561.
Utah Licensed Practical Nurse Salary Range
Overall salary range in Utah: $35,875 (lowest entry-level) to $94,597 (highest top earner)
Utah vs National Average
Utah licensed practical nurses earn 0.91% less than the national median ($-620/year difference).
Utah Licensed Practical Nurse Salary Distribution (2026)
Licensed Practical Nurse salaries in Utah range from $41,988 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $82,559 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $67,451. The Utah median is $620 below the US national median of $68,071. The average hourly rate is $32.43/hr. Approximately 1,834 licensed practical nurses are employed across 41 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$48,627
2025 BLS Actual
$63,814
2026 Current Est.
$67,451
2019–2027 Growth
+46.6%
Salary Trajectory for Licensed Practical Nurses in Utah (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 5.70% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $48,627 | Actual |
| 2020 | $47,682 | Actual |
| 2021 | $49,023 | Actual |
| 2022 | $57,210 | Actual |
| 2023 | $57,886 | Actual |
| 2024 | $61,554 | Actual |
| 2025 | $63,814 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $67,451 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $71,296 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the Utah metropolitan area, the median licensed practical nurse salary grew 31.2% from $48,627 (2019) to $63,814 (2025). At a 5.70% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $71,296 by 2027 — a total increase of $22,669 (46.62%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Utah metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 5.70% CAGR derived from 7-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in Utah
Lowest Paying Cities in Utah
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Logan | $58,442 |
| Clinton | $61,586 |
| North Ogden | $61,892 |
| Park City | $62,067 |
| Payson | $62,548 |
Best Value Cities for Licensed Practical Nurses in Utah
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Utah cities offer the most purchasing power for licensed practical nurses.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murray | $71,084 | 98.1 | $72,461 |
| Salt Lake City | $70,787 | 100.868 | $70,178 |
| Provo | $67,986 | 98.232 | $69,210 |
| West Jordan | $67,668 | 98.1 | $68,979 |
| West Valley City | $67,561 | 98.1 | $68,870 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in Utah
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $41,988 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $67,451 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $82,559 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Utah metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 41 Cities in Utah
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Murray | $71,084 |
| 2 | Salt Lake City | $70,787 |
| 3 | Provo | $67,986 |
| 4 | West Jordan | $67,668 |
| 5 | West Valley City | $67,561 |
| 6 | Sandy | $67,426 |
| 7 | Orem | $67,271 |
| 8 | South Jordan | $67,040 |
| 9 | Lehi | $66,634 |
| 10 | Ogden | $66,602 |
| 11 | Draper | $66,429 |
| 12 | Layton | $66,213 |
| 13 | St. George | $65,957 |
| 14 | Holladay | $65,955 |
| 15 | Spanish Fork | $65,945 |
| 16 | American Fork | $65,806 |
| 17 | Saratoga Springs | $65,733 |
| 18 | Cedar City | $65,713 |
| 19 | Cottonwood Heights | $65,490 |
| 20 | Midvale | $65,490 |
| 21 | Roy | $65,464 |
| 22 | Tooele | $65,418 |
| 23 | Herriman | $65,394 |
| 24 | Taylorsville | $64,915 |
| 25 | Kaysville | $64,818 |
| 26 | Syracuse | $64,720 |
| 27 | Washington | $64,699 |
| 28 | Millcreek | $64,334 |
| 29 | Bountiful | $63,919 |
| 30 | Clearfield | $63,619 |
| 31 | Pleasant Grove | $63,577 |
| 32 | Springville | $63,185 |
| 33 | Eagle Mountain | $63,159 |
| 34 | Riverton | $63,091 |
| 35 | Vineyard | $62,989 |
| 36 | Highland | $62,678 |
| 37 | Payson | $62,548 |
| 38 | Park City | $62,067 |
| 39 | North Ogden | $61,892 |
| 40 | Clinton | $61,586 |
| 41 | Logan | $58,442 |
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Written by Aisha Malik, LPN
Career Analyst
Aisha has 10 years of experience as a licensed practical nurse. She specializes in pediatric nursing. Aisha has worked in various outpatient clinics.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 5.70% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 licensed practical nurse compensation across Utah. State averages are employment-weighted across 41 metro areas — larger metro areas with more licensed practical nursescontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 7-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.70%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for licensed practical nurses (SOC 29-2061).
Compiled and verified by Aisha Malik, LPN, a licensed licensed practical nurse with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov