Psychiatrist Salary in Utah
Based on 260+ workers in Utah
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (UT)
$299,670
$144.07/hr
vs National Average
$257,685
+16.3% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$159K – $358K
260 employed in Utah
Salary Distribution — Psychiatrist in Utah
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $158,990 |
| 25th percentile | $286,770 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $299,670 |
| 75th percentile | $321,560 |
| 90th percentile | $358,180 |
Top-Paying Industries for Psychiatrist (U.S.)
Which industries pay Psychiatrists the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Psychiatrists in Utah tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Government (excl. schools, hospitals & USPS) | $305,530 | 3K |
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | $300,030 | 90 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | $286,770 | 23K |
| Administrative and Support Services | $280,010 | 70 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $188,090 | 240 |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Psychiatrist in Utah vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Utah) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $212,840 |
| 2025 | $299,670 |
| 2026 (projected) | $317,650 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Utah Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $212,840 | $185,151 |
| 2025 | $299,670 | $257,685 |
| 2026 (projected) | $317,650 | $273,146 |
Psychiatrist Salary by Experience Level in Utah
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $286,770 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $299,670 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $321,560 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $358,180 |
Psychiatrist Salary in Other States
Related Psychiatrist Salaries in Utah
How other high-demand occupations in Utah compare to Psychiatrist ($299,670 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Psychiatrist | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist in UT | $437,170 | +45.9% | $210.18/hr |
| Radiologist in UT | $417,250 | +39.2% | $200.60/hr |
| Internal Medicine Physician in UT | $331,720 | +10.7% | $159.48/hr |
| Family Medicine Physician in UT | $297,510 | -0.7% | $143.03/hr |
| Pediatrician in UT | $210,360 | -29.8% | $101.13/hr |
| Pharmacist in UT | $144,240 | -51.9% | $69.35/hr |
| Emergency Medicine Physician in UT | $140,370 | -53.2% | $67.49/hr |
| Physician Assistant in UT | $134,740 | -55.0% | $64.78/hr |
| Dentist in UT | $133,320 | -55.5% | $64.10/hr |
| Nurse Midwife in UT | $130,930 | -56.3% | $62.95/hr |
| Nurse Practitioner in UT | $130,920 | -56.3% | $62.94/hr |
| Nurse Anesthetist in UT | $126,600 | -57.8% | $60.87/hr |