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CommonSpirit Health · Lehi, UT
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Registered Nurse jobs in Provo, UT
Registered Nurses in the Provo area earn a median of $38.29 per hour, about $79,630 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $36.30 and $47.12. That ranks 258th of 379 U.S. metro areas for registered nurse pay, and 307th of 335 once local prices are factored in. 3 open roles with published pay are listed for Provo and its metro area. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Provo.
- $38.29median pay per hour, Provo
- $36–$47typical range per hour
- 3,710registered nurses employed in the metro area
- 3open roles with published pay in the metro area
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CommonSpirit Health · Lehi, UT
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The metro median is 3% below the Utah statewide median of $39.55 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 3,710 registered nurses employed in the Provo-Orem-Lehi metro area, 12.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.58).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $31.58 | $65,690 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $36.30 | $75,500 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Median | $38.29 | $79,630 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $47.12 | $98,010 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $49.72 | $103,420 | 10% above U.S. median |
How Provo ranks
- 258th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 307th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 5 Utah metro areas
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 Provo
- Overall prices in Provo-Orem-Lehi run 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 4% above the U.S. average (index 104.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $38.29 median hour buys what $38.98 buys at the national price level, 13% 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.
Estimate your Provo paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,378
- Per year: $68,922
- Per month: $5,744
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Provo-Orem-Lehi metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Provo
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $117 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,337 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,381 |
Travel registered nurse 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 Provo
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Provo, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of registered nurses.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intermountain Health Utah Valley Hospital Provo, UT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Utah State Hospital Provo, UT | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Utah County
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Utah County (1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 18 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.
Registered Nurse pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orem, UT | 5 mi | $38.29/hr | 96,646 |
| Saratoga Springs, UT | 16 mi | $38.29/hr | 57,411 |
| Draper, UT | 21 mi | $39.97/hr | 50,166 |
| Sandy, UT | 25 mi | $39.97/hr | 92,840 |
| Herriman, UT | 26 mi | $39.97/hr | 62,352 |
| South Jordan, UT | 28 mi | $39.97/hr | 86,156 |
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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 registered nurses make in Provo, UT?
Registered Nurses in the Provo-Orem-Lehi metro area have a median pay of $38.29 per hour, about $79,630 a year. The middle half earn between $36.30 and $47.12 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Provo a good place for registered nurses once cost of living is counted?
Provo-Orem-Lehi ranks 307th of 335 metro areas for registered nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 258th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring registered nurses in Provo?
We list 3 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in the Provo-Orem-Lehi area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Provo.
Do I need a Utah license to work in Provo as a registered nurse?
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 Provo in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Utah 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 Provo?
The federal per diem benchmark in Provo is $117 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,337 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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- El Camino HealthMountain View, CA · 3 postings$108.25/ hr$94–$123
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