Salary Report for Utah Social Workers
Utah Rankings
Compare Utah to U.S.
Utah Social Workers earn an average of $51,650 which is 5% less than the national average salary of $54,880.
| Type | Utah | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $24.83 | $26.39 | -5.91% |
| Average Annual Salary | $51,650 | $54,880 | -5.89% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Utah, 50% of Social Workers earn between $36,750 and $63,670 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Social Workers earn more than $80,020, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Social Workers.
Approximately 10% of Social Workers earn under $30,640, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Social Workers.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 149 | Under $30,640 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 224 | $30,640 – $36,750 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 372 | $36,750 – $44,920 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 372 | $44,920 – $63,670 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 224 | $44,920 – $80,020 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 149 | Above $80,020 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Social Workers in Utah psychologists earn about $54,186 per year which is less than the average U.S. psychologist of $54,880.
Cost-of-living in Utah is 5% less than the national average, which means Utah residents have an overall less cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to other states.
More cost-of-living reports for U.S. States.
Salary Compared to Related Professions
With an average annual salary of $51,650, Utah Social Workers tend to earn less than Psychology Teachers ($96,460), Forensic Psychologists ($92,580), Clinical and Counseling Psychologists ($87,030), Marriage and Family Therapists ($86,490), Health Care Social Workers ($67,880), Substance Abuse Counselors ($66,190), and School Psychologists ($64,190).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Psychology Teachers | $96,460 |
| Forensic Psychologists | $92,580 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $87,030 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | $86,490 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $67,880 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $66,190 |
| School Psychologists | $64,190 |
| Social Workers | $51,650 |
Projected Demand for Psychologists in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in Utah the three professions needing the most new psychologists by 2030 are Substance Abuse Counselors (5,390), Social Workers (1,890) and Health Care Social Workers (1,610).
The three professions in Utah needing highest percentage new psychologists by 2030 are Psychology Teachers (40.7%), Substance Abuse Counselors (37.2%) and Forensic Psychologists (28.1%).
| Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Substance Abuse Counselors | 3,930 | 5,390 | 37.2% | 570 |
| Social Workers | 1,570 | 1,890 | 20.4% | 190 |
| Health Care Social Workers | 1,340 | 1,610 | 20.1% | 160 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | 1,110 | 1,420 | 27.9% | 150 |
| Forensic Psychologists | 320 | 410 | 28.1% | 30 |
| Psychology Teachers | 270 | 380 | 40.7% | 40 |
Salaries Ranked by Utah Cities
The average salary for Social Workers in Utah is $51,650. The top cities that pay Social Workers the most are Salt Lake City ($56,040), Eastern Utah Nonmetropolitan Area ($52,880) and Provo-Orem ($50,900).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Social Workers the highest average annual salary are Eastern Utah Nonmetropolitan Area ($60,187), Salt Lake City ($57,348) and Provo-Orem ($53,093).
The following table shows the average yearly salary range for Social Workers in each city, and the average yearly salary after being adjusted for cost-of-living in that state.
The difference column shows how much more or less purchasing power a Social Workers salary will have in that area.
| Area | Average Salary | COL Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake City | $56,040 | $57,348 | $1,308 |
| Eastern Utah Nonmetropolitan Area | $52,880 | $60,187 | $7,307 |
| Provo-Orem | $50,900 | $53,093 | $2,193 |
| Ogden-Clearfield | $48,290 | $50,714 | $2,424 |
| St. George | $46,700 | $49,707 | $3,007 |
| Logan | $43,760 | $47,951 | $4,191 |
| Central Utah Nonmetropolitan Area | $43,630 | $49,659 | $6,029 |
Salary FAQ for Utah Social Workers
City and Rural Summaries
Central Utah Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Social Workers Salary: $43,630
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $49,659
Hourly Wage: $20.98
Currently Employed: 80
Cost-of-Living Index: 87.86
Central Utah Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Eastern Utah Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Social Workers Salary: $52,880
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $60,187
Hourly Wage: $25
Currently Employed: 70
Cost-of-Living Index: 87.86
Eastern Utah Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Logan
Average Social Workers Salary: $43,760
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $47,951
Hourly Wage: $21.04
Currently Employed: 90
Cost-of-Living Index: 91.26
Logan Salary Report
Ogden-Clearfield
Average Social Workers Salary: $48,290
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $50,714
Hourly Wage: $23
Currently Employed: 330
Cost-of-Living Index: 95.22
Ogden-Clearfield Salary Report
Provo-Orem
Average Social Workers Salary: $50,900
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $53,093
Hourly Wage: $24.47
Currently Employed: 230
Cost-of-Living Index: 95.87
Provo-Orem Salary Report
Salt Lake City
Average Social Workers Salary: $56,040
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $57,348
Hourly Wage: $27
Currently Employed: 640
Cost-of-Living Index: 97.72
Salt Lake City Salary Report
St. George
Average Social Workers Salary: $46,700
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $49,707
Hourly Wage: $22.45
Currently Employed: 70
Cost-of-Living Index: 93.95
St. George Salary Report
Official Data Sources for Social Workers: Salary Data | Projected Employment | Cost of Living Data