How much does a motor vehicle operator make in Utah?
$56,140a year
Median yearly pay for motor vehicle operators in Utah. That is $26.99 an hour or $4,678 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.99
- Vs. national median
- +51%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,570Median: $56,140Highest 10%: $71,510
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,570 | $22.87 | |
| 25th | $51,600 | $24.81 | |
| Median | $56,140 | $26.99 | |
| 75th | $64,310 | $30.92 | |
| 90th | $71,510 | $34.38 |
Cities in Utah
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Salt Lake City, UT | $53,050 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for motor vehicle operators.
| 3. Hawaii | $61,110 |
| 4. Washington | $59,730 |
| 5. Oklahoma | $57,550 |
| 6. Utah | $56,140 |
| 7. Arizona | $55,680 |
| 8. New Mexico | $54,270 |
| 9. South Dakota | $53,790 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a motor vehicle operator make an hour in Utah?
The median hourly pay in Utah is $26.99 ($56,140 a year).
Do motor vehicle operators make more in Utah than the national average?
Yes: $56,140 against $37,180 nationally, 51% more.
Where does Utah rank for motor vehicle operator pay?
Utah ranks 6 of 51 states.
Which city in Utah pays motor vehicle operators the most?
Salt Lake City-Murray, UT, with a median of $53,050 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.