Dialysis Technician Salary in Utah: $42,732 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Utah's 41 metropolitan areas, the average median dialysis technician pay sits at $42,732/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-2099. Because Utah sits at BEA RPP 98.1 (2% below the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $43,560 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Murray ($44,777), Salt Lake City ($44,590), West Jordan ($41,620).
In 2026, the average median salary for dialysis technicians in Utah is projected to be $42,733, which is approximately 5.7% lower than the national median of $45,322. The highest-paying city for this role in Utah is Murray, where dialysis technicians can expect to earn about $45,856, while Lehi offers the lowest salary at $38,511, resulting in a salary gap of $7,345. This disparity can be attributed to various factors including cost of living, demand for healthcare services, and the concentration of dialysis facilities in certain areas. Utah has specific licensing requirements for dialysis technicians that include completion of an accredited training program and passing a certification exam. The scope of practice laws also influence job roles, with a growing demand driven by an aging population and increasing incidence of kidney-related diseases. Currently, there are 1,824 dialysis technicians employed across the state, and this number is expected to grow at an annual rate of 2.41%, reflecting a steady demand for skilled professionals in the healthcare sector. Utah’s diverse metro areas, particularly in cities like Salt Lake City and West Jordan, indicate a strong outlook for job seekers in this field.
Utah Dialysis Technician Salary Range
Overall salary range in Utah: $29,654 (lowest entry-level) to $76,837 (highest top earner)
Utah vs National Average
Utah dialysis technicians earn 5.71% less than the national median ($-2,590/year difference).
Utah Dialysis Technician Salary Distribution (2026)
Dialysis Technician salaries in Utah range from $34,111 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $67,895 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $42,732. The Utah median is $2,590 below the US national median of $45,322. The average hourly rate is $20.54/hr. Approximately 1,824 dialysis technicians are employed across 41 cities.
2021 BLS Actual
$43,648
2025 BLS Actual
$41,727
2026 Current Est.
$42,732
2021–2027 Growth
+0.3%
Salary Trajectory for Dialysis Technicians in Utah (2021–2027)
2021–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 2.41% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $43,648 | Actual |
| 2022 | $42,985 | Actual |
| 2023 | $44,845 | Actual |
| 2024 | $44,865 | Actual |
| 2025 | $41,727 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $42,732 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $43,762 | Projected |
Based on 5 years of BLS OEWS data for the Utah metropolitan area, the median dialysis technician salary grew -4.4% from $43,648 (2021) to $41,727 (2025). At a 2.41% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $43,762 by 2027 — a total increase of $114 (0.26%) from 2021.
Note: Historical values (2021–2025) 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 2.41% CAGR derived from 5-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 |
|---|---|
| Lehi | $38,511 |
| Clinton | $38,792 |
| Orem | $38,879 |
| North Ogden | $38,984 |
| Park City | $39,095 |
Best Value Cities for Dialysis Technicians in Utah
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Utah cities offer the most purchasing power for dialysis technicians.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murray | $45,856 | 98.1 | $46,744 |
| Salt Lake City | $45,665 | 100.868 | $45,272 |
| Logan | $41,951 | 95.927 | $43,732 |
| St. George | $42,402 | 97.321 | $43,569 |
| West Jordan | $42,623 | 98.1 | $43,449 |
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) | $34,111 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $42,732 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $67,895 |
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 | $45,856 |
| 2 | Salt Lake City | $45,665 |
| 3 | West Jordan | $42,623 |
| 4 | West Valley City | $42,555 |
| 5 | Sandy | $42,470 |
| 6 | St. George | $42,402 |
| 7 | South Jordan | $42,228 |
| 8 | Logan | $41,951 |
| 9 | Draper | $41,843 |
| 10 | Layton | $41,706 |
| 11 | Ogden | $41,546 |
| 12 | Holladay | $41,544 |
| 13 | Spanish Fork | $41,537 |
| 14 | American Fork | $41,449 |
| 15 | Saratoga Springs | $41,404 |
| 16 | Cedar City | $41,391 |
| 17 | Cottonwood Heights | $41,251 |
| 18 | Midvale | $41,251 |
| 19 | Roy | $41,234 |
| 20 | Tooele | $41,206 |
| 21 | Herriman | $41,191 |
| 22 | Taylorsville | $40,889 |
| 23 | Kaysville | $40,828 |
| 24 | Syracuse | $40,766 |
| 25 | Washington | $40,753 |
| 26 | Millcreek | $40,524 |
| 27 | Bountiful | $40,261 |
| 28 | Clearfield | $40,073 |
| 29 | Pleasant Grove | $40,046 |
| 30 | Springville | $39,799 |
| 31 | Eagle Mountain | $39,783 |
| 32 | Riverton | $39,740 |
| 33 | Vineyard | $39,676 |
| 34 | Highland | $39,480 |
| 35 | Payson | $39,398 |
| 36 | Provo | $39,293 |
| 37 | Park City | $39,095 |
| 38 | North Ogden | $38,984 |
| 39 | Orem | $38,879 |
| 40 | Clinton | $38,792 |
| 41 | Lehi | $38,511 |
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Written by Jessica Tran, CCRN
Career Analyst
Jessica has over 10 years as a dialysis technician. She specializes in chronic kidney disease management. She works at a community hospital.
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 2.41% 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 dialysis technician compensation across Utah. State averages are employment-weighted across 41 metro areas — larger metro areas with more dialysis technicianscontribute 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, 5-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 2.41%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for dialysis technicians (SOC 29-2099).
Compiled and verified by Jessica Tran, CCRN, a licensed dialysis technician with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov