How much does a surgical assistant make in Utah?
$44,990a year
Median yearly pay for surgical assistants in Utah. That is $21.63 an hour or $3,749 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.63
- Vs. national median
- -33%
- Rank among states
- 42 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 290
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,320Median: $44,990Highest 10%: $62,570
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,320 | $17.46 | |
| 25th | $36,320 | $17.46 | |
| Median | $44,990 | $21.63 | |
| 75th | $50,980 | $24.51 | |
| 90th | $62,570 | $30.08 |
Cities in Utah
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Salt Lake City, UT | $50,980 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for surgical assistants.
| 39. Arkansas | $49,600 |
| 40. Georgia | $49,520 |
| 41. Missouri | $49,400 |
| 42. Utah | $44,990 |
| 43. Alabama | $41,710 |
| 44. Oklahoma | $40,160 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a surgical assistant make an hour in Utah?
The median hourly pay in Utah is $21.63 ($44,990 a year).
Do surgical assistants make more in Utah than the national average?
No: $44,990 against $66,800 nationally, 33% less.
Where does Utah rank for surgical assistant pay?
Utah ranks 42 of 44 states.
Which city in Utah pays surgical assistants the most?
Salt Lake City-Murray, UT, with a median of $50,980 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.