# Labor Rights in Utah

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Utah holds the federal wage floor ($7.25) and the federal overtime baseline, with no state paid sick leave, paid family leave, or break mandates. It is a right-to-work state. Notably, Utah is one of the few states whose courts recognize all three at-will exceptions, including the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing. Fired workers must be paid within 24 hours.

Data last verified 2026-10-12

## Workplace rights in Utah at a glance

  Minimum wage (2026)$7.25 (state law matches the federal rate)Tipped minimum wage (2026)$2.13 cash wage (federal $5.12 tip credit)OvertimeFederal FLSA baseline: 1.5x the regular rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek.Paid sick leaveNo statewide mandate.Paid family and medical leaveNo state program.Meal breaksNo state requirement beyond federal.Rest breaksNo state requirement beyond federal.Right-to-work lawYesAt-will employmentImplied contract, public policy, and covenant of good faithFinal paycheckIf fired, due within 24 hours; if you quit, due on the next regular payday.

## How Utah compares to federal law

Utah uses the federal minimum wage of $7.25 an hour, with no higher state rate. Overtime follows the federal Fair Labor Standards Act: time-and-a-half after 40 hours in a workweek. There is no state paid sick leave or paid family leave mandate, so the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (unpaid leave for eligible workers) is the only baseline.

## Neighboring states

- [**Idaho**$7.25 minimum wage, paid sick leave no, right-to-work yes.](/labor-rights/idaho/)
- [**Wyoming**$7.25 minimum wage, paid sick leave no, right-to-work yes.](/labor-rights/wyoming/)
- [**Colorado**$15.16 minimum wage, paid sick leave yes, right-to-work no.](/labor-rights/colorado/)
- [**Nevada**$12.00 minimum wage, paid sick leave no, right-to-work yes.](/labor-rights/nevada/)

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Workplace laws change. This summary reflects state law as verified on 2026-10-12; confirm details with your state labor department before acting on it.

## Frequently asked questions

### What is the minimum wage in Utah?

$7.25 per hour; Utah law matches the federal rate.

### Is Utah a right-to-work state?

Yes, since 1955.

### What exceptions to at-will employment does Utah recognize?

Utah recognizes all three: implied contract, public policy, and the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing.

### When do I get my final paycheck in Utah?

Within 24 hours if you were fired; on the next regular payday if you quit.