Construction Manager Salary in Utah: $102,565 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Utah's 41 metropolitan areas, the average median construction manager pay sits at $102,565/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 11-9021. Because Utah sits at BEA RPP 98.1 (2% below the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $104,551 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Murray ($110,171), Salt Lake City ($109,710), Ogden ($103,410).
In 2026, construction managers in Utah are projected to earn an average median salary of $102,565, which is notably 13.8% lower than the national median of $118,923. The highest paying city in the state is Murray, with an average salary of $113,939, while St. George is at the lower end with $93,554, reflecting a salary gap of $20,385. This disparity can be attributed to factors such as the local cost of living, project scale, and demand for specialized construction management skills in urban versus rural areas. Utah has specific licensing requirements and scope of practice laws that shape the professional landscape for construction managers. The demand in the state is driven by its growing population and ongoing infrastructure projects, contributing to an expected annual growth rate of 3.42% in this field. The total employment of construction managers in Utah stands at 3,034, indicating a stable job market with ongoing opportunities. The top metropolitan areas, in addition to Murray, include Salt Lake City at $113,462, Ogden at $106,947, West Jordan at $104,541, and West Valley City at $104,375, further highlighting the varied salary potential based on location within the state.
Utah Construction Manager Salary Range
Overall salary range in Utah: $47,056 (lowest entry-level) to $176,605 (highest top earner)
Utah vs National Average
Utah construction managers earn 13.76% less than the national median ($-16,358/year difference).
Utah Construction Manager Salary Distribution (2026)
Construction Manager salaries in Utah range from $59,510 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $154,999 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $102,565. The Utah median is $16,358 below the US national median of $118,923. The average hourly rate is $49.31/hr. Approximately 3,034 construction managers are employed across 41 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$81,563
2025 BLS Actual
$99,173
2026 Current Est.
$102,565
2019–2027 Growth
+30.1%
Salary Trajectory for Construction Managers in Utah (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 3.42% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $81,563 | Actual |
| 2020 | $85,024 | Actual |
| 2021 | $87,815 | Actual |
| 2022 | $97,745 | Actual |
| 2023 | $95,602 | Actual |
| 2024 | $98,709 | Actual |
| 2025 | $99,173 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $102,565 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $106,073 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the Utah metropolitan area, the median construction manager salary grew 21.6% from $81,563 (2019) to $99,173 (2025). At a 3.42% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $106,073 by 2027 — a total increase of $24,510 (30.05%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Utah metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 3.42% CAGR derived from 7-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in Utah
Lowest Paying Cities in Utah
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| St. George | $93,554 |
| Clinton | $95,144 |
| North Ogden | $95,616 |
| Park City | $95,887 |
| Payson | $96,630 |
Best Value Cities for Construction Managers in Utah
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Utah cities offer the most purchasing power for construction managers.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murray | $113,939 | 98.1 | $116,146 |
| Salt Lake City | $113,462 | 100.868 | $112,486 |
| Ogden | $106,947 | 100.349 | $106,575 |
| West Jordan | $104,541 | 98.1 | $106,566 |
| West Valley City | $104,375 | 98.1 | $106,397 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in Utah
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $59,510 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $102,565 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $154,999 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Utah metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 41 Cities in Utah
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Murray | $113,939 |
| 2 | Salt Lake City | $113,462 |
| 3 | Ogden | $106,947 |
| 4 | West Jordan | $104,541 |
| 5 | West Valley City | $104,375 |
| 6 | Sandy | $104,166 |
| 7 | South Jordan | $103,571 |
| 8 | Provo | $102,893 |
| 9 | Draper | $102,626 |
| 10 | Layton | $102,292 |
| 11 | Holladay | $101,894 |
| 12 | Spanish Fork | $101,878 |
| 13 | Orem | $101,810 |
| 14 | American Fork | $101,662 |
| 15 | Logan | $101,579 |
| 16 | Saratoga Springs | $101,550 |
| 17 | Cedar City | $101,518 |
| 18 | Cottonwood Heights | $101,175 |
| 19 | Midvale | $101,175 |
| 20 | Roy | $101,135 |
| 21 | Tooele | $101,063 |
| 22 | Herriman | $101,028 |
| 23 | Lehi | $100,847 |
| 24 | Taylorsville | $100,286 |
| 25 | Kaysville | $100,137 |
| 26 | Syracuse | $99,985 |
| 27 | Washington | $99,953 |
| 28 | Millcreek | $99,391 |
| 29 | Bountiful | $98,747 |
| 30 | Clearfield | $98,285 |
| 31 | Pleasant Grove | $98,221 |
| 32 | Springville | $97,614 |
| 33 | Eagle Mountain | $97,574 |
| 34 | Riverton | $97,470 |
| 35 | Vineyard | $97,311 |
| 36 | Highland | $96,831 |
| 37 | Payson | $96,630 |
| 38 | Park City | $95,887 |
| 39 | North Ogden | $95,616 |
| 40 | Clinton | $95,144 |
| 41 | St. George | $93,554 |
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Written by Michael Johnson, MS, CCM
Career Analyst
Michael has 10 years of experience in construction management. He specializes in project scheduling and cost control. He works with a mid-sized general contracting firm.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 3.42% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 construction manager compensation across Utah. State averages are employment-weighted across 41 metro areas — larger metro areas with more construction managerscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 7-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.42%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for construction managers (SOC 11-9021).
Compiled and verified by Michael Johnson, MS, CCM, a licensed construction manager with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov