Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Utah | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $79,180 | $71,125 | +11% |
| Median hourly wage | $38.07 | $34.19 | +11% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $80,061.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Middle School Teacher in Utah is $79,180, or about $38.07 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Middle School Teachers is $71,125. Utah is +11% above the national median.
Entry-level middle school teachers in Utah typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 5,960 middle school teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $79,180, Utah offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.