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Chemists average salary by city in Utah
- Ogden$94,310
- Salt Lake City$83,580
- Provo$81,100
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ogden | $94,310 | $90,740 | $62,270 | $70,980 | 100 |
| Salt Lake City | $83,580 | $79,980 | $64,030 | $63,909 | 101 |
| Provo | $81,100 | $78,020 | $61,410 | $62,275 | 98 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; Utah's taxpayer credit is estimated with the Tax Commission's withholding formula. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 19-2031.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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