LPN salary in Utah
LPNs in Utah earn a median $63,230 a year, 2% below the national median of $64,400. That ranks #30 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $50,552.
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 29-2061. Taxes for tax year 2026.
| Yearly | Monthly | Every 2 weeks | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median pay | $63,230 | $5,269 | $2,432 | $30.40 |
| Average pay | $62,110 | $5,176 | $2,389 | $29.86 |
| Take-home (median) | $50,552 | $4,213 | $1,944 | $24.30 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $5,408 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $4,837 |
| Utah income tax | $2,433 |
| Take-home | $50,552 |
Utah's prices are 1% below the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $51,133 buys in an average-priced state. The Utah minimum wage is $7.25; the median LPN earns 4.2 times that.
LPN pay in Utah vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utah | $63,230 | $50,552 | $51,133 |
| Arizona | $77,070 | $61,524 | $61,111 |
| Colorado | $73,880 | $57,937 | $56,221 |
| Idaho | $63,800 | $51,170 | $53,585 |
| Nevada | $76,160 | $62,409 | $62,422 |
| New Mexico | $59,330 | $48,229 | $52,302 |
| Wyoming | $63,460 | $53,170 | $57,363 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do lpns make in Utah?
- The median salary is $63,230 a year ($30.40 an hour), and the average is $62,110, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do lpns take home in Utah?
- About $50,552 a year after federal and Utah taxes, or $1,944 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do lpns earn more in Utah than the national average?
- Utah ranks #30 of 51 for median pay, 2% below the U.S. median of $64,400. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #42.