Gas Plant Operators Salary in Utah
Gas Plant Operators in Utah earn a median of $98,300 a year, +12% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $98,300
- vs. U.S. median
- +12% ($87,820)
- Rank among states
- 14 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 160
Pay range in Utah
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $83,510; the top 10% earn over $102,600. Nationally the range is $61,350 to $115,520.
States ranked near Utah
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- Pump Operators, Except Wellhead Pumpers$61,590 median in Utah
- Biomass Plant Technicians$107,120 median in Utah (broader BLS group)
- Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers$105,980 median in Utah
- Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators$61,290 median in Utah
- Power Plant Operators$107,120 median in Utah
- Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders$53,370 median in Utah
Gas Plant Operators pay in Utah
How much do gas plant operators make in Utah?
The median is $98,300 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $83,510 and the top 10% earn over $102,600. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Utah a good state for gas plant operators?
On pay alone it ranks 14 of 43 (+12% vs. the national median of $87,820). Living costs are not included.