New Graduate Nurse Salary Guide: Salt Lake City, UT
Average New Graduate Nurse Salary
$33.67/hour
The average salary for a New Graduate Nurse in Salt Lake City, UT is $33.67 per hour. This is 27% lower than the Utah average of $42.85.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
New Graduate Nurse salaries in Salt Lake City, UT compared to State and National Averages
$33.67/hour
Salt Lake City, UT
43% lower than the US average.
$42.85/hour
Utah
13% lower than the US average.
$48.32/hour
United States
How New Graduate Nurse Salaries in Salt Lake City Compare to Other Cities
How New Graduate Nurse Salaries in Salt Lake City Compare to Other Cities
Idaho Falls, Idaho
$46/hour
This is 26% higher than the Salt Lake City average of $33.67.
Denver, Colorado
$56/hour
This is 40% higher than the Salt Lake City average of $33.67.
Aurora, Colorado
$54/hour
This is 38% higher than the Salt Lake City average of $33.67.
What cities in Utah pay the most for New Graduate Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake City, Utah | $34 | $45 |
What are the highest paying Agencies for New Graduate Nurse jobs in Salt Lake City?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $35 | $35 |
Last updated on August 16, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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