Healthcare West Valley City, UT Pop. 140,230

Registered Nurse Salary in West Valley City, Utah

The median registered nurse salary in West Valley City, UT is $76,347 per year, which is 6% below the national median and 3.1% below the Utah state average.

City Median
$76,347
vs State Avg
$-2,436
vs National
$-4,873
Cost of Living
94%

Registered Nurse Salary in West Valley City by Experience

In West Valley City, an entry-level registered nurse earns around $54,520, while experienced professionals earn up to $108,100 per year. The local cost of living index is 94% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$54,520
$-3,480 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$77,080
$-4,920 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$108,100
$-6,900 vs national

Salary Percentiles in West Valley City, UT

Percentile West Valley City
10th Percentile $53,956
25th Percentile $62,792
Median (50th) $76,347
75th Percentile $95,034
90th Percentile $113,552

Registered Nurse Salary in Other Utah Cities

Salt Lake City, UT
$82,844
Pop. 200,133
Provo, UT
$77,971
Pop. 115,162
West Jordan, UT
$77,971
Pop. 116,961
Orem, UT
$77,159
Pop. 97,499

How to Become a Registered Nurse in West Valley City

Education

Most registered nurse positions require a bachelor's degree. West Valley City and the surrounding Utah area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Patient AssessmentMedication AdministrationCritical ThinkingCommunicationEMR SystemsBLS/ACLS

Job Outlook

Nationally, registered nurse employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in West Valley City may vary based on local industry and population growth.