How much does a plant and system operator make in Utah?
$67,910a year
Median yearly pay for plant and system operators in Utah. That is $32.65 an hour or $5,659 a month.
- Hourly
- $32.65
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 180
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $54,430Median: $67,910Highest 10%: $91,030
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $54,430 | $26.17 | |
| 25th | $62,380 | $29.99 | |
| Median | $67,910 | $32.65 | |
| 75th | $77,670 | $37.34 | |
| 90th | $91,030 | $43.76 |
Cities in Utah
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Salt Lake City, UT | $62,470 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for plant and system operators.
| 17. Kentucky | $69,430 |
| 18. Arizona | $69,260 |
| 19. Connecticut | $68,950 |
| 20. Utah | $67,910 |
| 21. Wyoming | $66,770 |
| 22. Mississippi | $65,080 |
| 23. Michigan | $64,690 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a plant and system operator make an hour in Utah?
The median hourly pay in Utah is $32.65 ($67,910 a year).
Do plant and system operators make more in Utah than the national average?
Yes: $67,910 against $62,470 nationally, 9% more.
Where does Utah rank for plant and system operator pay?
Utah ranks 20 of 44 states.
Which city in Utah pays plant and system operators the most?
Salt Lake City-Murray, UT, with a median of $62,470 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.