When making a career choice, most folks move to where the money is. And usually, those careers are in bigger cities. Not always, of course. Cattle ranchers aren’t often known for being in urban areas.
Utah’s job market is booming in sectors such as finance, tech and tourism. If you’re looking for a job with the big bucks, look to the metro areas across the state. KSL Jobs has created a list of the places in Utah that will make you top dollar.
1. High paying jobs in Salt Lake City
Welcome to Utah’s capitol, home of the Wasatch Mountain Range. It’s the epicenter of industries such as finance, healthcare and technology. In downtown, you’ll see the towering Goldman Sachs and KeyBank buildings. University of Utah Health and University of Utah Hospital reside in Salt Lake City and is one of the state’s largest employers. The suburbs surrounding Salt Lake City are full of well-known tech companies such as Instructure and Clearlink.
There are many financial firms in downtown Salt Lake City.
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2. High paying jobs in Lehi
If you’ve lived in Utah your entire life, you will know by now that Lehi is home of Silicon Slopes — where tech companies go to flourish. Work at global companies such as Adobe, Ancestry.com or Microsoft, or the famous startups Podium and MX Technologies. You can expect to be paid well; some companies may shower you with mountains of perks such as ski passes and resort getaways.
3. High paying jobs in Ogden
A salute to you, Ogden! This historic town houses Hill Airforce Base and a plethora of jobs in the aerospace industry. So if you have a mind made for engineering or research, you’re sure to find something that pays well. You’ll also be able to find well-paying manufacturing jobs with reputable companies like GE Healthcare and Kimberly-Clark. The cost of living is lower than in Salt Lake City, so it’s an appealing location for job seekers. You can also expect an excellent work/life balance at these notable companies.
4. High paying jobs in Provo
Sitting below Mount Timpanogos, Provo is home to a vibrant academic community and tech sector. Educators and researchers can find comfortable and lifelong careers working for Brigham Young University. If you’re a software guru, you’ll be comfortable at companies like Qualtrics and Nu Skin. The reliable, high-paying jobs and family friendly housing options make Provo a popular place for families.
University jobs keep people around for years or a lifetime.
5. High paying jobs in St. George
Head a few hours south for more sunshine and high-paying jobs of a different vibe. The unique landscapes, warmth, sunshine and proximity to national and state parks makes this an appealing place to vacation. You can easily find tourism and real estate jobs in St. George. Work in hospitality at any number of high-end resorts or golf courses. Get your real estate license to take advantage of the increasing number of vacation rentals. And most importantly, you can soak up plenty of sunshine.
Want to relocate to a place with higher paying jobs? Browse KSL Jobs for a career that’s right for you.
