Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 49-3051. Rank and differences are derived from published figures. How we use it.
How Utah compares
Utah's median is $46,470, $11,080 (19.3%) below the U.S. median. It ranks 41st, one of the ten lowest-paying 50 states and territories with data.
The top 10% earn $59,290 or more and the bottom 10% under $29,140. That range is narrower than the national one.
About 70 marine mechanics work in Utah, 0.3% of the U.S. total. For the size of its workforce, Utah has fewer marine mechanics than the U.S. average (0.26×).
Pay distribution: Utah vs. United States
Utah median $46,470
United States median $57,550
- 10th–90th percentile
- 25th–75th percentile
- Median
| Measure | Utah annual | Utah hourly | U.S. annual | U.S. hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $29,140 | Not loaded | $36,950 | $17.76 |
| 25th percentile | $39,550 | Not loaded | $46,750 | $22.48 |
| Median (50th) | $46,470 | $22.34 | $57,550 | $27.67 |
| 75th percentile | $54,470 | Not loaded | $66,620 | $32.03 |
| 90th percentile | $59,290 | Not loaded | $79,330 | $38.14 |
| Mean (average) | $46,950 | $22.57 | $58,070 | $27.92 |
Hourly percentiles for this state are published by BLS but not loaded here yet, so they show as “Not loaded”.
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Questions about marine mechanic pay in Utah
How much does a marine mechanic make in Utah?
The median is $46,470 a year, or $22.34 an hour (May 2025). The average is $46,950.
Is Utah a good state for marine mechanic pay?
It ranks 41st of 50, 19.3% below the U.S. median. Living costs are not factored in, so compare with what housing costs where you would work.
How many marine mechanics work in Utah?
About 70.