Telehealth / Triage Nurse jobs in Salt Lake City, UT
Telehealth / Triage Nurses in the Salt Lake City area earn a median of $39.97 per hour, about $83,140 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $37.41 and $49.83. That ranks 168th of 379 U.S. metro areas for telehealth / triage nurse pay, and 297th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 8 hospitals in Salt Lake City. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Salt Lake City.
- $39.97median pay per hour, Salt Lake City
- $37–$50typical range per hour
- 13,680telehealth / triage nurses employed in the metro area
- 101cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Telehealth / Triage Nurse 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 telehealth / triage nurse. 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.
Hospitals in Salt Lake City
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Salt Lake City.
| 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.
Telehealth / Triage Nurse 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 |
Telehealth / Triage Nurse jobs in Utah · Telehealth / Triage Nurse jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Utah
Telehealth and triage nurses assess symptoms by phone or video and direct patients to the right level of care.
- Active RN license, compact license for multi-state roles
- Several years of clinical experience
- Comfort with protocols and EHR documentation
Utah taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do telehealth / triage nurses make in Salt Lake City, UT?
Telehealth / Triage Nurses 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 telehealth / triage nurses once cost of living is counted?
Salt Lake City-Murray ranks 297th of 335 metro areas for telehealth / triage nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 168th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Where do telehealth / triage nurses 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 telehealth / triage 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.
Does Valorem Health place telehealth / triage nurses in Salt Lake City?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Salt Lake City and across Utah. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Salt Lake City.
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- Boston Medical CenterBoston, MA · 7 postings$58.76/ hr$38–$79
- Kaweah Delta Health Care DistrictVisalia, CA · 2 postings$64.91/ hr$48–$83
- CommonSpirit HealthLongmont, CO · 1 posting$48.48/ hr$37–$60
- MaineGeneral HealthAugusta, ME · 1 posting$48.12/ hr$35–$61
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