Nurse Case Manager jobs in Salt Lake City, UT
Pay for nurse case managers in the Salt Lake City area centers on $39.97 per hour, or about $83,140 a year. The lower quarter earns under $37.41 and the upper quarter over $49.83. That ranks 168th of 379 U.S. metro areas for nurse case manager pay, and 297th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 8 hospitals in Salt Lake City. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Salt Lake City.
- $39.97median pay per hour, Salt Lake City
- $37–$50typical range per hour
- 13,680nurse case managers employed in the metro area
- 101cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nurse Case Manager pay in Salt Lake City, UT
The metro median is 1% above the Utah statewide median of $39.55 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 13,680 registered nurses employed in the Salt Lake City-Murray metro area, 16.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.79).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $33.98 | $70,680 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $37.41 | $77,810 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $39.97 | $83,140 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $49.83 | $103,650 | 11% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $54.97 | $114,340 | 22% above U.S. median |
How Salt Lake City ranks
- 168th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 297th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 5 Utah metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for nurse case manager. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Registered Nurses.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Registered Nurses (SOC 29-1141), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Salt Lake City
- Overall prices in Salt Lake City-Murray run 1% above the U.S. average (index 100.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% above the U.S. average (index 123.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $39.97 median hour buys what $39.63 buys at the national price level, 12% below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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- Per year: $71,946
- Per month: $5,996
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Salt Lake City-Murray metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Salt Lake City
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $142 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,554 |
| 13-week assignment | $20,202 |
Travel nurse case manager assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Hospitals in Salt Lake City
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Salt Lake City, 4 of the 5 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse case managers.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lds Hospital Salt Lake City, UT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Utah Hospital And Clinics Salt Lake City, UT | Acute care | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| St Mark's Hospital Salt Lake City, UT | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Va Salt Lake City Healthcare - George E. Wahlen Va Medical Center Salt Lake City, UT | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Holy Cross Hospital - Salt Lake Salt Lake City, UT | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Primary Children's Hospital Salt Lake City, UT | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Marian Center Salt Lake City, UT | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Salt Lake Behavioral Health Salt Lake City, UT | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Salt Lake County
HRSA lists 6 active primary care shortage designations that include Salt Lake County (1 geographic, 5 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 19 on a 0 to 25 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other clinicians is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
Nurse Case Manager pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Valley City, UT | 7 mi | $39.97/hr | 138,144 |
| Millcreek, UT | 8 mi | $39.97/hr | 64,217 |
| Layton, UT | 21 mi | $38.14/hr | 84,348 |
| Lehi, UT | 25 mi | $38.29/hr | 93,446 |
| Saratoga Springs, UT | 30 mi | $38.29/hr | 57,411 |
Nurse Case Manager jobs in Utah · Nurse Case Manager jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Utah
Utah is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a Utah license by endorsement.
Utah taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do nurse case managers make in Salt Lake City, UT?
Nurse Case Managers in the Salt Lake City-Murray metro area have a median pay of $39.97 per hour, about $83,140 a year. The middle half earn between $37.41 and $49.83 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Salt Lake City a good place for nurse case managers once cost of living is counted?
Salt Lake City-Murray ranks 297th of 335 metro areas for nurse case manager pay after adjusting for local prices, and 168th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Where do nurse case managers work in Salt Lake City?
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Salt Lake City, led by Lds Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Utah license to work in Salt Lake City as a nurse case manager?
Utah is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a Utah license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Salt Lake City in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 6 active primary care shortage designations that include Salt Lake County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Salt Lake City?
The federal per diem benchmark in Salt Lake City is $142 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,554 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place nurse case managers in Salt Lake City?
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- Emanate HealthGlendora, CA · 3 postings$84.00/ hr$84–$84
- MultiCarePuyallup, WA · 6 postings$67.28/ hr$20–$95
- UMass Memorial Health CareMilford, MA · 4 postings$60.11/ hr$40–$85
- Central Maine Healthcare CorporationLynwood, CA · 3 postings$55.33/ hr$38–$66
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