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Utah Minimum Wage
As listed by the U.S. Department of Labor on 07/01/2026.
- Minimum wage (federal)
- $7.25/hr
- State rate at or below $7.25
- Yearly at 40 hours a week
- $15,080
- 52 weeks
- Utah median wage
- $24.09/hr
- BLS, May 2025
- Minimum as share of median
- 30%
Basic minimum rates
Hourly rate and who it applies to
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| Applies to | Hourly rate |
|---|---|
| Covered employers | $7.25 |
Lowest paying jobs in Utah
Median hourly wage, occupations with at least 100 jobs
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| Occupation | Employment | Median wage | Mean wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Locker Room, Coatroom, and Dressing Room Attendants | 190 | $23,660 | $26,140 |
| Barbers | 320 | $25,370 | $25,890 |
| Passenger Attendants | 370 | $25,840 | $26,870 |
| Driver/Sales Workers | 3,050 | $26,590 | $34,210 |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | 1,340 | $26,650 | $30,110 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | 4,490 | $27,010 | $28,480 |
| Entertainers and Performers, Sports and Related Workers, All Other | 120 | $13.32 an hour | $16.05 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | 6,960 | $28,000 | $29,800 |
| Helpers, Construction Trades, All Other | 180 | $28,120 | $35,570 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 52,340 | $28,670 | $29,100 |
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | 2,550 | $28,720 | $30,990 |
| Manicurists and Pedicurists | 1,150 | $28,820 | $29,330 |
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the minimum wage in Utah?
- Utah has a state rate at or below the federal minimum, so most employers must pay the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour.
- How much is the Utah minimum wage per year?
- At $7.25 an hour, 40 hours a week for 52 weeks comes to $15,080 before taxes.