Nurse Anesthetist Salary in Utah: $238,129 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Utah's 41 metropolitan areas, the average median nurse anesthetist pay sits at $238,129/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-1151. Because Utah sits at BEA RPP 98.1 (2% below the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $242,741 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: West Jordan ($235,813), West Valley City ($235,438), Sandy ($234,967).
In Utah, the average median salary for nurse anesthetists in 2026 is projected at $238,130, which is 4.3% lower than the national median of $248,893. The range between cities is significant, with West Jordan offering the highest salary at $248,075, while Salt Lake City presents the lowest at $137,865. This $110,210 gap can be attributed to factors such as cost of living, demand for healthcare services, and the presence of major medical facilities in different areas. Utah's state licensing requirements and scope of practice laws allow nurse anesthetists to perform a wide range of anesthesia-related functions, contributing to demand for these professionals. The projected annual growth rate for nurse anesthetists in Utah is 5.20%, indicating a steady job market trajectory aligned with the increasing need for surgical and anesthetic services. A total of 415 nurse anesthetists are employed in Utah, with West Valley City, Sandy, Ogden, and South Jordan following West Jordan in salary rankings at $247,681, $247,185, $246,276, and $245,774 respectively. This localized demand is influenced by the state's expanding healthcare infrastructure and population growth, making Utah an area of interest for those pursuing a career in nurse anesthesia.
Utah Nurse Anesthetist Salary Range
Overall salary range in Utah: $86,744 (lowest entry-level) to $372,878 (highest top earner)
Utah vs National Average
Utah nurse anesthetists earn 4.32% less than the national median ($-10,764/year difference).
Utah Nurse Anesthetist Salary Distribution (2026)
Nurse Anesthetist salaries in Utah range from $156,733 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $337,947 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $238,129. The Utah median is $10,764 below the US national median of $248,893. The average hourly rate is $114.48/hr. Approximately 415 nurse anesthetists are employed across 41 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$167,231
2025 BLS Actual
$226,359
2026 Current Est.
$238,129
2019–2027 Growth
+49.8%
Salary Trajectory for Nurse Anesthetists in Utah (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 5.20% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $167,231 | Actual |
| 2020 | $175,641 | Actual |
| 2021 | $187,151 | Actual |
| 2022 | $194,307 | Actual |
| 2023 | $203,454 | Actual |
| 2024 | $207,477 | Actual |
| 2025 | $226,359 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $238,129 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $250,512 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the Utah metropolitan area, the median nurse anesthetist salary grew 35.4% from $167,231 (2019) to $226,359 (2025). At a 5.20% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $250,512 by 2027 — a total increase of $83,281 (49.80%) 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 5.20% 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 |
|---|---|
| Salt Lake City | $137,865 |
| Murray | $138,443 |
| Clinton | $225,778 |
| North Ogden | $226,897 |
| Park City | $227,540 |
Best Value Cities for Nurse Anesthetists in Utah
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Utah cities offer the most purchasing power for nurse anesthetists.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Jordan | $248,075 | 98.1 | $252,880 |
| West Valley City | $247,681 | 98.1 | $252,478 |
| Sandy | $247,185 | 98.1 | $251,972 |
| Ogden | $246,276 | 98.1 | $251,046 |
| South Jordan | $245,774 | 98.1 | $250,534 |
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) | $156,733 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $238,129 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $337,947 |
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 | West Jordan | $248,075 |
| 2 | West Valley City | $247,681 |
| 3 | Sandy | $247,185 |
| 4 | Ogden | $246,276 |
| 5 | South Jordan | $245,774 |
| 6 | Draper | $243,531 |
| 7 | Provo | $243,144 |
| 8 | Layton | $242,737 |
| 9 | Holladay | $241,794 |
| 10 | Spanish Fork | $241,756 |
| 11 | American Fork | $241,245 |
| 12 | Saratoga Springs | $240,978 |
| 13 | Cedar City | $240,903 |
| 14 | Cottonwood Heights | $240,088 |
| 15 | Midvale | $240,088 |
| 16 | Roy | $239,994 |
| 17 | Tooele | $239,823 |
| 18 | Herriman | $239,740 |
| 19 | Orem | $239,180 |
| 20 | St. George | $238,561 |
| 21 | Taylorsville | $237,980 |
| 22 | Kaysville | $237,626 |
| 23 | Syracuse | $237,265 |
| 24 | Washington | $237,189 |
| 25 | Lehi | $236,917 |
| 26 | Logan | $236,617 |
| 27 | Millcreek | $235,853 |
| 28 | Bountiful | $234,329 |
| 29 | Clearfield | $233,229 |
| 30 | Pleasant Grove | $233,078 |
| 31 | Springville | $231,638 |
| 32 | Eagle Mountain | $231,543 |
| 33 | Riverton | $231,297 |
| 34 | Vineyard | $230,918 |
| 35 | Highland | $229,780 |
| 36 | Payson | $229,303 |
| 37 | Park City | $227,540 |
| 38 | North Ogden | $226,897 |
| 39 | Clinton | $225,778 |
| 40 | Murray | $138,443 |
| 41 | Salt Lake City | $137,865 |
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Written by Alexandra Johnson, MSN, CRNA
Career Analyst
Alexandra Johnson has 10 years of experience as a nurse anesthetist. She specializes in anesthesia for orthopedic surgeries. She works in a regional medical center.
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 5.20% 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 nurse anesthetist compensation across Utah. State averages are employment-weighted across 41 metro areas — larger metro areas with more nurse anesthetistscontribute 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, 2-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 5.20%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for nurse anesthetists (SOC 29-1151).
Compiled and verified by Alexandra Johnson, MSN, CRNA, a licensed nurse anesthetist with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov