Exercise Physiologist Salary in Utah (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Exercise Physiologists in Utah, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Utah Median
$43,850
per year
Hourly Rate
$21.08
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-26% vs US median
US median $59,460
State Rank
#41 of 42
220 employed here

How much does an Exercise Physiologist make in Utah?

Exercise Physiologists in Utah take home a median of $43,850 annually — roughly $21.08 an hour — which runs 26% below the national median of $59,460.

Within Utah, entry-level pay starts around $28,860 while the top 10% make $73,570 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $28,860 and $64,650 a year.

Exercise Physiologist salary range in Utah

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$28,860$13.88
25th percentile (early career)$28,860$13.88
50th percentile (median)$43,850$21.08
75th percentile (experienced)$64,650$31.08
90th percentile (top earners)$73,570$35.37

How Utah compares

Utah ranks 41st out of 42 states and territories for Exercise Physiologist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Washington$81,310
2Oregon$71,630
3Minnesota$67,230
4Massachusetts$65,950
5New Jersey$64,680

Working as an Exercise Physiologist in Utah

Nationally, about 9,000 people work as Exercise Physiologists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare Utah pay ($43,850) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does an Exercise Physiologist make in Utah?
The median Exercise Physiologist salary in Utah is $43,850 per year, or about $21.08 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $28,860 at the entry level to $73,570 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Utah pay compare to the national average?
Utah pays Exercise Physiologists about 26% less than the national median of $59,460. Utah ranks 41st out of 42 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Utah a good state for Exercise Physiologists?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $43,850 a year. About 220 Exercise Physiologists are employed in Utah. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Utah?
The highest-paying occupations in Utah include Obstetricians and Gynecologists ($437,170), Radiologist ($417,250), General Internal Medicine Physician ($331,720), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.